
Shape the Future of Brain and Behavior Research at Tufts
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Service Line for Tufts Medicine invites applications from an accomplished academic psychiatrist or physician-scientist to drive collaborative research that advances health and care of patients with disorders affecting brain and behavior. This opportunity is part of the Tufts University–Tufts Medicine (TU-TM) Research Enterprise and the Brain & Behavior Cluster Hire Initiative, an ambitious investment in building one of the nation's leading collaborative neuroscience and behavioral health research programs.
We seek an innovative, collaborative investigator who is passionate about advancing collaborative and transformative science. Dependent on the candidate’s level or training, there are potential leadership opportunities to drive departmental research strategy and recruitment while mentoring the next generation of brain and behavior investigators. Successful candidates will join a vibrant academic community committed to integrating outstanding clinical care, research, education, and community engagement.
Investigators with research programs spanning the translational spectrum are encouraged to apply. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to:
Exceptional investigators in all areas of neuropsychiatric research are welcome.
Tufts University–Tufts Medicine Research Enterprise
The TU-TM Research Enterprise represents a transformative partnership between Tufts University and the Tufts Medicine Health System designed to build collaborative, multidisciplinary research programs that improve human health.
Brain & Behavior is one of five strategic research pillars established to accelerate discovery through collaboration among investigators across psychiatry, neurology, neuroscience, psychology, engineering, public health, nutrition, genetics, immunology, and computational sciences. There are currently over 160 faculty across Tufts Medicine and Tufts University schools participating in the Brain and Behavior pillar.
Our vision is to invest in research programs where Tufts can be first, best, and unique—developing areas of national leadership that distinguish our institution through innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence.
Faculty recruited through this initiative become part of a growing interdisciplinary community committed to solving the most challenging problems in brain health across the lifespan.
Why Join Tufts?
This is an opportunity to build something exceptional.
You will join an academic department experiencing significant growth, supported by substantial institutional investment in behavioral health, neuroscience, and translational research.
We offer:
Who You Are
The successful candidate will be:
Most importantly, we seek an individual who believes that the most important scientific advances arise through collaboration across disciplines, departments, and institutions.
Join a Collaborative Scientific Community
Tufts Medicine is committed to creating an environment where investigators from diverse backgrounds and disciplines work together to solve complex problems in mental health and neuroscience.
Our faculty collaborate across Tufts Medicine, Tufts University, and national research networks to advance discoveries from bench to bedside and from bedside to community. We believe that our greatest impact comes through collaborative science focused on improving the lives of patients and families.
Boston: An Outstanding Place to Live and Work
Boston is internationally recognized as one of the world's premier centers for medicine, biomedical research, higher education, and innovation. Home to leading academic medical centers, biotechnology companies, and universities, Boston provides unparalleled opportunities for scientific collaboration while offering exceptional cultural, educational, recreational, and family-friendly amenities throughout New England.
Compensation
For PhD or equivalent candidates, the salary range for this position is $125,000.00-150,000.00 annually.
For MD or equivalent candidates, the salary range for this position is $233,000.00-328,000.00 annually.
Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, specialty, relevant experience, education, internal equity, and academic rank.
At Tufts Medicine, we view this investment not simply as compensation, but as recognition of the impact our physician leaders have on advancing patient care, research, education, and the future of our health system
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and letter of interest through the application portal.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to:
Michael Martin
Physician Executive Recruiter
Tufts Medicine
michael.martin1@tuftsmedicine.org

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