The Alzheimer's Association is seeking a dynamic, mid-career scientist to advance Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research strategy across Texas. This individual will serve as a scientific leader, convener, and connector-bringing together universities, research institutions, hospitals, and public and private partners to accelerate impactful research and effective implementation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT) priorities in collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association.
The ideal candidate combines scientific credibility with strategic thinking, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills. They will be highly collaborative, energetic, and comfortable engaging diverse stakeholders across academic, clinical, nonprofit, and government settings. This role requires regular statewide travel to participate in meetings, convenings, and partnership-building activities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Implementation Collaborate with Alzheimer's Association leadership and Texas interested parties to develop and implement strategies aligned with DPRIT priorities. Identify and advance opportunities for collaboration with Texas institutions and the Alzheimer's Association that accelerate dementia research, prevention, and care innovation across Texas. Translate scientific goals into actionable programs, partnerships, and initiatives.
Convening & Partnership Development Convene, facilitate and participate in DPRIT related meetings, workshops, and cross-sector forums among universities, health systems, research centers, and community partners. Build and maintain strong relationships with Texas academic investigators, institutional leaders, clinicians, and policymakers. Identify DPRIT/Alzheimers Association collaborative opportunities for multi-institutional collaborations, joint proposals, and shared infrastructure. Serve as a trusted scientific liaison representing the Alzheimer's Association statewide on any DPRIT related collaboration/program.
Scientific Leadership & Advising Provide scientific insight and subject matter expertise to inform strategy, funding priorities, and program design. Monitor emerging trends in Alzheimer's and dementia research and recommend innovative approaches, specifically as they relate to opportunity within DPRIT. Support alignment of DPRIT and/or Alzheimer's Association research investments with community and health system needs.
Engagement & Communication Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including researchers, clinicians, funders, and community stakeholders. Represent the Alzheimer's Association at conferences, institutional meetings, and statewide events. Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented culture among partners.
Qualifications
Required: PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience, public health, biomedical sciences, or related field 5-10+ years of research, clinical research, or research administration experience Demonstrated experience working with academic, clinical, or research institutions Proven ability to build partnerships and lead cross-organizational initiatives Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Texas
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with state-level research initiatives or public-private partnerships Familiarity with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or aging research Experience convening multidisciplinary stakeholders or leading collaborative networks Experience in nonprofit, foundation, or research funding environments
Key Competencies
Strategic and systems thinker Creative and entrepreneurial mindset High energy and self-motivated Personable and relationship-driven Organized and execution-focused Comfortable working independently across a large geographic region
Location & Work Schedule
Location: Texas (remote) with extensive travel Work Schedule: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Reports To & Compensation
Reports To: SVP, Med & Scientific Operations Position Grade & Compensation: Grade 512 The Alzheimer's Association's good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $135,000-$155,000. This position is eligible for a bonus based on both individual and organizational performance, up to 6%.
About The Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
The Alzheimer's Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research - our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.
At the Alzheimer's Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer's and those at risk for the disease.
We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer's, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.
The Alzheimer's Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer's and dementia.
The Alzheimer's Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits
Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.
Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.
Qualified Applicants with arrest or Conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act at the Alzheimer's Association.
The Alzheimer's Association will conduct an individualized assessment of the material job duties of this job include working with vulnerable communities which the employer may reasonably believe that Criminal History may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship for the safety of the community.
The background check will include searches for: social security person search, public reports, county & federal criminal reports, multi-jurisdictional, sex offender database, NSOPW national sex offender, education, employment history, motor vehicle or driving history, and reference checks.
Our Vision: A World without Alzheimer’s
Our Mission: To Eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health Our history
In 1979, Jerome H. Stone and representatives from several family support groups met with the National Institute on Aging to explore the value of a national, independent, nonprofit organization to complement federal efforts surrounding Alzheimer's disease. That meeting resulted in the April 10, 1980, formation of the Alzheimer's Association with Mr. Stone as founding president.
Today, the Association reaches millions of people affected by Alzheimer’s across the globe through our national office and more than 75 local chapters. As the largest donor-supported, voluntary health organization for Alzheimer’s, the Association is a catalyst for advancements in Alzheimer's research and care.
Together, we can change the future of Alzheimer’s.
We enhance care and support
The Alzheimer’s Association works on a global, national and local level to enhance care and support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias. We are here to help.
We advance research
As the largest non-profit funder of Alzheimer's research, the Association is committed to accelerating progress of new treatments, preventions and ultimately, a cure. Through our partnerships and funded projects, we have been part of every major research advancement over the past 30 years. Visit our online Research Center.
We advocate
The Association is the leading voice for Alzheimer's disease advocacy, fighting for critical Alzheimer's research, prevention and care initiatives at the state and federal level. We diligently work to make Alzheimer’s a national priority. Join our effort.