Work and learn with neuroscience leaders

The OHSU 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. 

Through 10 divisions and sections and special programs, we drive discovery in neurology subspecialties and provide life-saving therapies to patients in Oregon and beyond.

Join us as a faculty member or learner to shape the future of neurology.

Learn what sets us apart.

About the neurology department

OHSU has a tradition of excellence in neurology medicine, research and education that stretches back more than 40 years. 

Faculty in ten subspecialties care for patients, train learners and develop breakthrough therapies for Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, stroke and more. 

Clinical care

We provide leading-edge neurology care for patients in Portland and throughout the Pacific Northwest. Our programs include:

• Comprehensive clinical care for neurologic subspecialties
• Telehealth programs with 16 regional hospitals
• Health services for rural and underrepresented communities in Oregon

Neuroscience research

Majority  of our faculty conduct research. We work closely with neuroscientists on basic science research through OHSU’s Jungers Center for Neurosciences Research. This is unique among medical schools. 

We have also pioneered a variety of treatment and research approaches, including:

• World’s first deep brain stimulation implant, launching a new era of surgical treatments for Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders [link to new division page].
• Nation’s first incisionless surgery for Parkinson’s disease to reduce tremors and muscle stiffness.
• First regional telestroke service and national leader in enrolling stroke patients in life-saving clinical trials.
• First real-time data system to monitor aging patients at home.

Education and training programs

We offer subspecialty clinical and research fellowships for early-career physicians who want to specialize in brain and spinal cord disorders and diseases. We also train the next generation of neurologists in our neurology residency program.

Neurology in the news

• OHSU research will examine effect of bright-light therapy on brain health
• Untreated sleep apnea raises risk of Parkinson’s, study finds
• Alzheimer’s disease research earns $22.8 million renewal
• OHSU first in nation to use new, incisionless surgery to treat Parkinson’s 

See all neurology department news.

Culture and benefits

We foster a culture of curiosity, collaboration, innovation and accessibility in the neurology department. You can expect our leaders to demonstrate the spirit of equality and inclusion found across the School of Medicine and OHSU. 

Along with a welcoming work environment, we offer generous employee benefits, and a chance to work and learn in the natural beauty, cultural vibrancy and outstanding food scene of the Portland area.

Community impact

Philanthropy helps drive innovation and supports 13 endowed faculty positions. 

We support our community in return. We design research programs that offer new tools and support to the elderly. We offer all Oregonians clinical trial participation to get treatments they can’t access anywhere else. Every day, we support neurologists who treat patients in every corner of Oregon, Washington and Idaho.