The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig ALS Center of Columbia University invites applications for a full-time faculty position for a neurologist with expertise in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to serve as the Director of Clinical Trials . The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in ALS patient care, research, and education. As Director of Clinical Trials, the candidate will play a
key leadership role in developing, overseeing, and expanding the clinical trials portfolio focused on ALS and related motor neuron diseases. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all clinical trial activities related to ALS within the ALS Center, including industry-sponsored, investigator-initiated, and NIH-funded studies. Develop and expand our high-impact ALS clinical and translational research programs , fostering
innovation and collaborations across departments and with external partners. Oversee protocol development, study design, IRB submissions, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and monitoring. Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI on clinical trials, ensuring scientific integrity, regulatory compliance, and patient safety. Collaborate with basic science and translational research teams to align clinical trials
with emerging therapeutic targets and biomarkers. Mentor and supervise clinical research staff, fellows, and junior faculty involved in ALS research. Participate in the evaluation, diagnosis, and clinical care of ALS patients within a multidisciplinary team setting. Present findings at national and international conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Contribute to grant writing and fundraising activities
to support clinical research infrastructure and innovation.
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