Epilepsy position at UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

The Neurology Department at our organization is on the lookout for a faculty member to join the Epilepsy Division, led by Dr. Page B. Pennell, Chair of Neurology, and Dr. Vijayalakshmi Rajasekaran, Chief of the Epilepsy Division. Candidates should have completed a minimum of two years in an epilepsy fellowship and possess substantial experience with adult patients, particularly those facing drug-resistant epilepsy. An MD or equivalent degree is required, along with board certification in both Neurology and Epilepsy, and the ability to secure an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license. While prior experience or a keen interest in education, genetics, or clinical trials is preferred, it is not mandatory.

Key Highlights

• Join a dynamic epilepsy division within the Neurology Department, which includes 12 adult epileptologists, 4 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and 8 fellows annually.
• Work alongside a committed team of neurophysiologists, neurologists, neuroradiologists, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, neuropsychiatrists, EEG technologists, APPs, epilepsy nurses, and social workers.

What We Offer

• A sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• 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 (CME) (two weeks).
• A faculty appointment at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, aligned with experience.

About the Neurology Department and Epilepsy Division

• A new 10-bed, self-contained adult Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) is expected to open in early 2025.
• The Epilepsy Division offers comprehensive services for adults with epilepsy. Together with Pediatric Epilepsy, our Comprehensive Epilepsy Center is recognized as a level 4 epilepsy center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC).
• This center is a collaborative effort that combines resources from our organization, UPMC, and Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
• Research funding for clinical, basic, data science, and translational studies has been steadily increasing, with over $25 million in research support received in FY25.
• Established in 1986, the department provides national and regional referral and consultative services to Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and beyond.
• Clinical services include outpatient clinics, EEG, continuous video-EEG monitoring across the UPMC network, and specialized clinics for functional seizures, responsive neurostimulation (RNS), women's epilepsy, and multidisciplinary evaluations for epilepsy surgery candidates.
• Research at the Epilepsy Center has led to the development of numerous new antiseizure medications, innovative presurgical evaluation methods, improved surgical outcomes for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy, advancements in intracranial EEG signal processing, and enhanced treatment options for women with epilepsy during their reproductive years.
• The Neurology Department has received the NINDS UE5 grant to support research training for residents and fellows in Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Neuropathology.

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a lively mid-sized city that offers the charm of a small town. Situated in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, it boasts a rich urban culture, historical sites, diverse neighborhoods, a vibrant nightlife, beautiful countryside, and the iconic three rivers.
• The city is home to renowned cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a thriving cultural district.
• Pittsburgh's major league sports teams include the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.
• The city is recognized as a leader in medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• Consistently ranked among the best places for families in the U.S., Pittsburgh is also noted for its affordability, livability, and safety.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Our organization is dedicated to promoting diversity through various initiatives, including Employee Resource Groups, to support a diverse workforce.