Autism Clinician Scientist and Research Division Director - Thompson Center (NTT or T/TT)
Lead interdisciplinary autism research and clinical programs as Division Director at the Thompson Center.
Best for:Best for senior clinicians or scientists with a strong autism research record, leadership experience, and ability to secure external funding.
Overview
The University of Missouri’s Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment seeks a senior clinician‑scientist to serve as Research Division Director. The role will guide the center’s interdisciplinary research strategy, foster collaborations across clinical and scientific domains, and expand its national presence. The incumbent will provide leadership for clinician‑scientists and trainees, shape translational and implementation research, and contribute to education and service activities. Clinical duties will be aligned with the candidate’s expertise, and protected research time and startup support will be provided. The position includes a faculty appointment with full benefits and the opportunity to influence autism research across the lifespan.
What you'll do
- Define and implement the center’s interdisciplinary research strategy for autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions.
- Foster collaboration among clinical, scientific, and community partners and expand the center’s national research presence.
- Provide mentorship and leadership to clinician‑scientists, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and other trainees.
- Oversee and coordinate complex clinical research infrastructure, data systems, and multi‑site collaborations.
- Contribute to education, curriculum development, and departmental service activities.
- Secure and manage external research funding and allocate startup resources appropriately.
Requirements
Degree required: MD, MD/PhD, PhD, or equivalent degree in medicine, psychology, neuroscience, public health, or a related field
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals
- Demonstrated research productivity with a strong peer‑reviewed publication record
- Ability to obtain and manage externally funded research programs
- Proven leadership of interdisciplinary research teams
- Experience with clinical research infrastructure and multi‑site collaborations
- Expertise in autism spectrum disorder or related neurodevelopmental conditions
- Clinical licensure in the state of Missouri (or eligibility/intention to obtain prior to start date)
- Eligibility for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H‑1B) if required
Funding & terms
How to apply
Complete the online application on the university’s career portal. Upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a research statement as part of the submission. Ensure that all required documents are attached before finalizing the application.
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
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