Join our stroke program as an Academic Vascular Neurologist at UPMC

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is seeking applications for a distinguished Academic Vascular Neurologist to become part of the Stroke Institute, led by Dr. Page B. Pennell, Chair of Neurology, and Dr. Raul G. Nogueira, Director of the Stroke Institute and Chief of the Division of Cerebrovascular Medicine. The ideal candidate will join a globally recognized team dedicated to enhancing the field of cerebrovascular medicine through exceptional patient care, education, clinical research, and innovative practices.

The available position can be filled at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level, depending on the applicant's experience and academic achievements. Candidates must have completed a fellowship in Vascular Neurology accredited by ACGME, hold board certification or be board-eligible in both Neurology and Vascular Neurology, and qualify for unrestricted medical licensure in Pennsylvania. We highly encourage interests in areas such as clinical research, clinical trials, medical education, quality improvement, implementation science, artificial intelligence, or stroke care systems.

Key Highlights

• Become part of one of the largest and rapidly expanding academic stroke programs in the nation.
• Work within a comprehensive integrated stroke system that includes five Comprehensive/Thrombectomy -Capable Stroke Centers, numerous Primary Stroke Centers, and one of the largest academic telestroke networks in the country.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of vascular neurologists, neurointerventional specialists, cerebrovascular neurosurgeons, neurocritical care experts, neuroradiologists, rehabilitation professionals, advanced practice providers, and dedicated research staff.
• Engage in significant NIH-funded, investigator-initiated, and industry-sponsored clinical trials that influence national and international stroke guidelines.
• Teach and mentor five ACGME-accredited Vascular Neurology Fellows and four CAST-accredited Neuroendovascular Fellows, along with neurology residents, medical students, and visiting physicians.
• Participate in innovative projects involving advanced neuroendovascular treatments, neuroimaging, neurosonology, artificial intelligence, digital health, implementation science, and regional stroke care systems.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and academic rank based on experience.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation support.
• An exceptional benefits package.
• Six weeks of salary support for vacation (four weeks) and continuing medical education (two weeks).
• A faculty appointment at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
• Protected academic time, mentorship, leadership development, and opportunities for career progression.

About the Stroke Institute

• The Stroke Institute is among the largest, most comprehensive, and rapidly growing academic stroke programs in the United States, serving as the central hub for cerebrovascular care within one of the nation’s largest integrated academic healthcare systems.
• The Institute includes multiple Comprehensive Stroke Centers, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Centers, Primary Stroke Centers, and affiliated hospitals across Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, and surrounding states. Its academic telestroke program offers 24/7 vascular neurology expertise to 35 hospitals, facilitating over 13,000 acute stroke consultations each year and serving as a national model for regional stroke care systems.
• The Institute boasts a robust clinical research program with extensive involvement in NIH-funded, investigator-initiated, and industry-sponsored multicenter trials that have revolutionized stroke and cerebrovascular disease treatment. Faculty members collaborate closely with internationally recognized researchers in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, advanced neuroimaging, computational medicine, rehabilitation, and implementation science.

Why Join Us?

• Become part of one of the largest integrated academic stroke programs in the United States.
• Contribute to the future of stroke care through pioneering research and innovation.
• Benefit from one of the nation’s largest academic telestroke programs.
• Collaborate within one of the country’s largest integrated healthcare systems.
• Enjoy excellent opportunities for academic growth and leadership development.

About Pittsburgh

• Pittsburgh is a dynamic, affordable, and family-friendly city known globally for its excellence in medicine, education, robotics, technology, and innovation.
• The city offers world-class cultural institutions, professional sports, outstanding educational facilities, and an exceptional quality of life.

Our Vision

The Stroke Institute is dedicated to redefining the future of cerebrovascular care through clinical excellence, scientific discovery, education, innovation, and regional collaboration. We are looking for exceptional physician leaders who share our commitment to improving outcomes for patients with stroke and cerebrovascular diseases while advancing the field through research, mentorship, and transformative care models.

Our Values

We are guided by shared values that shape our work and hold us accountable to one another. Our core values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation are essential in fostering a cohesive and positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and the community.

Support for a Diverse Workplace

We recognize that talent and skill are enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise our staff brings to the workplace. A diverse workforce at all levels enriches our organization, ensuring we possess the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation necessary for a leading and forward-thinking integrated healthcare system.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information, please apply today.