Faculty Headache Neurology position at UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Job Description

The Department of Neurology at our organization is on the lookout for a faculty member to join the Headache Division. This role will involve working as a clinician or clinician-scientist within the Headache program, guided by Dr. Page B. Pennell, the Chair of Neurology, and Dr. Robert Kaniecki, the Chief of the Headache Division. Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree and have completed a fellowship in Headache Medicine. Additionally, applicants should be board certified or eligible in both Neurology and Headache Medicine, with the capability to secure an unrestricted license in Pennsylvania.

Opportunity Overview

• Join the Headache Division, which includes five board-certified physicians specializing in adult care, one pediatric headache specialist, three Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and one to two fellows annually.
• Engage in collaborative efforts with specialists in neuroophthalmology, neurovestibular medicine, psychiatry, and neurosurgery, as well as with professionals from the renowned concussion program.
• Utilize available foundational funds for clinical research if interested.

What We Provide

• A sign-on bonus and assistance with relocation.
• A competitive salary and rank based on experience, along with an exceptional benefits package.
• Six weeks of salary support for vacation (four weeks) and continuing medical education (two weeks).
• An appointment at the faculty level at the School of Medicine, aligned with experience.

About Our Department of Neurology and Headache Division

• Founded in 2000, our Headache Center has become a leading provider of national and regional referral and consultative services, recognized as one of the busiest clinical operations in the United States.
• In 2019, we completed an expansion and renovation of the Headache Center, enhancing patient-centered features in waiting and examination areas.
• Research funding for clinical, basic, data science, and translational studies has consistently grown, with over $25 million in research support received in FY25.
• The Department of Neurology has been awarded the NINDS UE5 grant to support research training for residents and fellows through the "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 dynamic mid-sized city that offers a small-town atmosphere. Located in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, it boasts a rich urban culture, historical sites, diverse neighborhoods, a lively nightlife, beautiful countryside, and the iconic three rivers.
• The city is home to esteemed cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and the National Aviary, along with a vibrant cultural district.
• Pittsburgh's professional sports teams include the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.
• The city is recognized as a leader in fields such as medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• Pittsburgh consistently ranks among the top cities for families in the U.S., noted for its affordability, livability, and safety.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity through initiatives that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other programs aimed at supporting a diverse workforce.