Chief, Division of Neuromuscular Medicine

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) seeks an accomplished and forward-thinking physician-leader to serve as Chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Medicine within the Department of Neurology. Reporting directly to the Chair of Neurology, the Division Chief will provide strategic, clinical, research, and administrative leadership to advance a nationally recognized neuromuscular program. This is an opportunity to shape and grow a multidisciplinary program that integrates cutting-edge research, exceptional clinical care, and innovative education within a leading academic medical center affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Appointment as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor at the Harvard Medical School will be commensurate with experience, training, and achievements in addition to teaching activities.

Requirements

MD or MD/PhD with board certification in Neurology and subspecialty training in Neuromuscular Medicine
Eligibility for medical licensure in Massachusetts
Established record of clinical excellence and academic achievement
Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic medical center or comparable environment
Strong track record in research, including peer-reviewed funding and publications
Proven administrative and organizational skills
Commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and program development

Nice To Haves

Visionary leadership with the ability to grow and innovate a neuromuscular program
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex clinical operations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Interest in building partnerships across institutions and disciplines

Responsibilities

Oversee and enhance delivery of high-quality, patient-centered neuromuscular care across inpatient and outpatient settings
Expand clinical programs in areas such as ALS, muscular dystrophies, peripheral neuropathies, myasthenia gravis, and EMG services
Promote best practices, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives
Lead and grow a robust neuromuscular research portfolio, including clinical trials, translational research, and collaborative initiatives
Recruit, mentor, and support faculty in research productivity and academic advancement
Foster partnerships across BIDMC, Harvard-affiliated institutions, and industry collaborators
Provide operational oversight of the division, including budgeting, staffing, and program development
Develop and execute a strategic vision aligned with departmental and institutional priorities
Collaborate closely with departmental leadership and hospital administration
Support education of medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals
Strengthen and expand neuromuscular fellowship programs
Serve as a mentor and role model for faculty and trainees
Build strong interdisciplinary collaborations with other departments (e.g., rehabilitation, pulmonology, genetics, pathology)
Identify opportunities to expand clinical and research programs
Engage in regional and national neuromuscular networks and initiatives