Faculty Headache Neurology position at UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

The Department of Neurology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC is seeking a faculty candidate in the Headache Division. The faculty will serve as a clinician or clinician‑scientist in the Headache program under the leadership of Dr. Page B. Pennell, Chair of Neurology, and Dr. Robert Kaniecki, Headache Division Chief. The candidate must hold an MD or DO degree , have completed a Headache fellowship, and be board‑certified/eligible in Neurology and Headache Medicine with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license. Opportunity Details Become part of the Headache Division within the Department of Neurology, with 5 adult and 1 pediatric headache board‑certified physicians, 3 APPs, and 1–2 fellows each year. Collaborate with neuroophthalmology, neurovestibular, psychiatry, and neurosurgical colleagues as well as clinicians in the internationally recognized UPMC Concussion program. Leverage available clinical research foundational funds if desired. What We Offer Sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance. Competitive rank and base salary commensurate with experience and an outstanding benefit package. Six weeks of salary support for vacation (four weeks) and for CME allowance (two weeks). University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine faculty appointment commensurate with experience. About the Department of Neurology and Headache Division Established in 2000, the UPMC Headache Center provides national and regional referral and consultative services and has become one of the most active clinical operations in the US. The Center completed a clinical space expansion and renovation in 2019, improving patient‑centered waiting and exam room lighting and sound experiences. Research funding for clinical, basic, data science, and translational studies in the department has increased steadily, and in FY25 the department received over $25 million in research support. The Department of Neurology was awarded the NINDS UE5 to support research training of residents and fellows, "Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Neuropathology Pittsburgh Research Education Plan (N3‑PREP)", and is also part of the NINDS Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials (NeuroNEXT). About the Community Pittsburgh is a vibrant, mid‑sized city with the feel of a small town. Located in the southwest corner of Pennsylvania, it offers an urban melting pot, historical landmarks, ethnic neighborhoods, a vibrant nightlife, picturesque countryside, and the famous three rivers. The city hosts cultural institutions such as the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural district. Pittsburgh’s major league professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates. The city is renowned for its leadership in medicine, education, health care, robotics, software engineering, and high‑tech industries, and is consistently ranked as one of the top places for families in the U.S. It is also considered one of the most affordable, livable, and safest U.S. cities. UDPMC’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. UPMC is committed to advancing diversity through programs that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other initiatives to support a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr UPMC Southwestern PA