Neurologist - Headache Medicine

American Academy of Neurology; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Moving allowance

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) seeks a Neurologist specializing in Headache Medicine to join its expanding Department of Neurology. The Headache Center offers UCNS-certified physicians, sleep specialists, and a fellowship, with outpatient care and collaborative care for complex cases.

The role includes teaching and participation in scholarly activities, with strong department research infrastructure and competitive compensation plus benefits and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in medicine and residency training in Neurology required.
• Current Oregon MD/DO license prior to start.
• Board certification or eligibility for board certification in Neurology required.
• UCNS Headache Fellowship completion required.
• Registered with FDA and authorized to prescribe medications.
• Ideal candidates will have interest and expertise in research/scholarship/discovery.
• Demonstrated competence in patient care & teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient clinical care (neurology) in a Headache Medicine focus.
• Teach students, residents, and fellows; participate in scholarly activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance headache care and research.

Skills

Neurology

Headache Medicine

Teaching

Research

Patient Care

Education

MD/DO

Residency in Neurology

Job description

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) — a leader in academic medicine, research, and innovation — is seeking a dedicated Neurologist, specializing in Headache Medicine to join our growing team in the Department of Neurology.

Central to this growth is Vista Pavilion, a state-of-the-arc, 14-story inpatient facility that opened April 2026 on our main campus, adding significant capacity for adult cancer care and other complex needs.

Department Highlights:

The Department of Neurology is one of the nation’s top neurologic research and training programs, with one-of-a-kind laboratories and nine fellowship programs. OHSU has a tradition of excellence in neurology medicine, research, and education that stretches back more than 40 years. Faculty in 10 subspecialties care for patients, train the next generation of health care professionals, and develop breakthrough therapies for Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, stroke and more.

With 110 faculty members working across six divisions and four sections, the department fosters a culture of curiosity, collaboration, innovation and accessibility. You can expect our leaders to demonstrate the spirit of equality and inclusion found across the School of Medicine and OHSU.

The OHSU Headache Center consists of a UCNS-certified physician in Headache Medicine, a sleep specialist, and a UCNS accredited Fellowship in Headache Medicine. The candidate will have access to advanced headache care through robust procedure clinics, outpatient infusions, close collaboration with our orofacial pain specialists, neuro-ophthalmologists and neuro-endocrinologists.

This full-time position includes providing outpatient clinical care, teaching to our students, residents, fellows and participation in scholarly activities (research, quality improvement or curriculum development).

Position Highlights:

100% outpatient position-inpatient coverage is done by neuro-hospitalists

Strong interdisciplinary specialists support

Access to strong department research infrastructure

Access to comprehensive faculty development program to help support your academic career growth

Position offers a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, sign on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package

Required Qualifications

Doctorate in medicine and residency training in Neurology required

Current unlimited Oregon MD/DO (or equivalent) license prior to start

Board certification or eligibility for board certification in Neurology required

UCNS certified Headache Fellowship completion required

Registered with Federal Drug Administration and be authorized to prescribe medications

Ideal candidates will have interest and expertise in research/scholarship/discovery

Demonstrated competence in patient care & teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

Individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences are highly encouraged to apply

Ideal candidates will have interest and expertise in research/scholarship/discovery

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Why join us?

Become part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative academic community recognized for its national impact.

Live in the Pacific Northwest, offering unmatched access to cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities in one of the most desirable regions in the country.

Enjoy a dynamic academic environment with meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement.

As an OHSU faculty member, you'll access robust employee benefits that support your well-being and peace of mind. These include medical, dental and vision plans, generous paid time off, multiple retirement options, Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and wellness resources.

Out-of-state employees are eligible for a comprehensive relocation assistance package that includes a dedicated relocation coach, home finding and marketing assistance, rental assistance, movement of household goods, travel costs to final destination, and more.

About OHSU

OHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have over 20,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact:

Danielle Denton - Sr. Faculty Recruiter

Oregon Health & Science University

[e-mail]

https://www.ohsu.edu/