Join our stroke program as an Academic Vascular Neurologist at UPMC

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Department of Neurology at our organization is seeking applications for a distinguished Academic Vascular Neurologist to become part of the Stroke Institute. This opportunity is under the guidance of the Chair of Neurology and the Director of the Stroke Institute, who also leads 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.

Position Details

This role is available at the levels of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on the candidate's experience and academic achievements. Applicants should have completed a fellowship in Vascular Neurology accredited by ACGME, possess board certification or eligibility in both Neurology and Vascular Neurology, and be qualified for unrestricted medical licensure in Pennsylvania. We highly encourage candidates with interests in clinical research, clinical trials, medical education, quality improvement, implementation science, artificial intelligence, or stroke care systems to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Become part of one of the largest and rapidly expanding academic stroke programs in the U.S.
• Work within a comprehensive integrated stroke system that includes five Comprehensive/Thrombectomy -Capable Stroke Centers and numerous Primary Stroke Centers.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of vascular neurologists, neurointerventional specialists, cerebrovascular neurosurgeons, neurocritical care physicians, neuroradiologists, rehabilitation experts, 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 excellent 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 growth.

About the Stroke Institute

The Stroke Institute is among the largest and most comprehensive academic stroke programs in the United States, serving as a 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 work closely with internationally recognized researchers in fields such as neuroscience, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, advanced neuroimaging, computational medicine, rehabilitation, and implementation science.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of one of the largest integrated academic stroke programs in the U.S.
• Contribute to the future of stroke care through innovative research and advancements.
• Benefit from one of the nation’s largest academic telestroke programs.
• Collaborate within one of the country’s largest integrated healthcare systems.
• Enjoy exceptional opportunities for academic progression and leadership development.

About Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is a dynamic, affordable, and family-oriented city known globally for its excellence in medicine, education, robotics, technology, and innovation. The city features world-class cultural institutions, professional sports teams, excellent schools, and a high quality of life.

Our Vision

We are dedicated to redefining the future of cerebrovascular care through clinical excellence, scientific discovery, education, innovation, and regional collaboration. We seek 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

Our organization is 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 , and Excellence & Innovation play a crucial role in fostering a cohesive and positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and the community.

Commitment to Diversity

We recognize that talent and skills 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 integrated healthcare system.

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