Physician Scientist, Headache Research – Emory University – Atlanta, GA

August 28, 2025

Emory University Department of Neurology is seeking a full-time fellowship-trained physician scientist, board-certified or board-eligible in Headache Medicine, with a strong commitment to translational or clinical research. We are seeking candidates with enthusiasm and a creative mindset to be part of its inaugural Headache Center team. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of headache care, research, and education within one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the United States.

About Headache Medicine Research at Emory University

The successful candidate will split their time between clinical practice and research activities, with protected research time and dedicated funding support. The candidate will have a focused outpatient headache medicine practice and administer clinical care and procedures, including onabotulinumtoxin

A injections, trigger point injections, and nerve blocks. The candidate will also have access to advanced headache care through outpatient and inpatient infusions.

• Access to state-of-the-art neuroimaging facilities and biomarker laboratories
• Collaboration with Emory's renowned neuroscience research programs
• Opportunities to lead clinical trials and translational studies in headache disorders

The role provides opportunities to collaborate with other specialties, including Emory's world-class neuro-ophthalmology program, sleep medicine, neurosurgery, psychology, psychiatry, and basic science departments. There are ample opportunities for career growth in clinical education, research methodology, grant writing, and academic leadership.

This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, startup research funding, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in advancing the scientific understanding of headache disorders while making a difference in patients' lives and shaping the future of headache care.

Candidates will join a growing division contributing to leading-edge care and the advancement of headache medicine treatment and research on a global scale, with opportunities to publish in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.

General Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) required, with board certification in Neurology
• Hold a Georgia medical license or have the ability to obtain one
• Subspecialty training and/or certification in headache medicine required
• Demonstrated research experience with peer-reviewed publications in headache medicine or related neuroscience fields
• Experience with clinical research methodology, biostatistics, and grant writing preferred
• Strong commitment to academic medicine and translational research

To learn more about this position, please contact Simy Parikh, MD, Headache Program Director directly via email atskparik .

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