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Careers at PNI

Join us at Pacific Neuroscience Institute for a fulfilling and meaningful career.

At PNI you will be part of our outstanding multidisciplinary team of clinicians and researchers providing comprehensive leading-edge patient care. We are among those who pave the way in advancing surgical techniques, novel therapies and use of innovative technology across the neurosciences.

Our unique clinical and academic environment is a blend of individualized approaches to patient care and translational bench-to-bedside research.

Think Neuro. Think PNI.


Director of Head and Neck Cancer Surgery

Santa Monica, CA

Discover a one of kind opportunity to join the growing team at Pacific Neuroscience Institute as Director of Head and Neck Cancer Surgery. Applicants should be Board Certified and fellowship trained in Head & Neck Oncologic Surgery. As Director, you’ll play a crucial role in providing state-of-the-art care, with a special emphasis on employing advanced, minimally invasive surgical techniques. Collaborating closely with the renowned Saint John’s Cancer Institute, our focus extends beyond patient care to impactful translational research and clinical trials. Join our mission-driven team, dedicated to delivering high-quality care across Southern California, and be at the forefront of advancing medical knowledge and treatment options.

  • 2 days of clinic, 2 days of surgery and 1/2 day of dedicated administrative/academic time
  • Board Certified in Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery
  • Fellowship trained Head & Neck Oncologic Surgeon
  • Interest in Microvascular reconstruction
  • Compensation is between $382,167.00 to $584,712.00 per year
  • The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by the medical group. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above

Where You’ll Work

The Pacific Neuroscience Institute provides state-of-the-art care with a focus on minimally invasive surgical and interventional techniques, as well as novel targeted therapies that aim to restore and maintain quality of life. In collaboration with the Saint John’s Cancer Institute, PNI is also focused on clinical trials and translational research, as well as fellowship education and continuing medical education. Our physicians work side by side with our scientists to formulate real-time personalized treatments and therapies for our patients ensuring that they are receiving the highest and most advanced levels of care.

Where You’ll Live

Santa Monica is one of the most livable cities in Los Angeles, and for good reason, with its iconic, three-mile beach, sunny climate and easy, scenic access to the coast-hugging Santa Monica Mountains. Just 15 miles from the heart of Los Angeles, it is home to numerous Hollywood celebrities. With its proximity to nature, revitalized downtown and idyllic beachside location, Santa Monica is one city that truly has it all.

Who You’ll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission – to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Benefits include health, vision, dental, CME allowance, time away from practice, sign-on bonus, relocation allowance, malpractice insurance, retirement benefits and life insurance.

For inquiries, please contact:
Dr. Amit Kochhar
amit.kochhar@providence.org

Updated 3/1/2024


Neuro-Oncology Clinical Faculty Position

 The Department of Translational Neurosciences at Pacific Neuroscience Institute is seeking candidates (junior or senior) for clinical faculty positions in Neuro-oncology.

The candidate will be responsible for neuro-oncological care of patients at Pacific Neuroscience Institute to join Dr. Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD, Founder of Pacific Neuroscience Institute, Chair and Professor of the Department of Translational Neurosciences and their growing team. Candidate will assist with covering 7 hospitals in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County area including Pacific Neuroscience Institute, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Torrance, St. Jude Medical Center, St. Joseph’s Health and Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. The program is expanding regionally and other sites are in development.

Recruitment of clinical scientists is a priority for the institute and we seek candidates committed to clinical or translational research along with dedicated care for neuro-oncological patients. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a passion for teaching and training, working with trainees at different levels. Candidates must be board certified in neurology, have completed fellowship training in neuro-oncology and be eligible for licensure in the State of California. Competitive salary and startup commensurate with qualifications and based on Providence Health pay scales.

Applications must be submitted electronically as a PDF file that includes detailed curriculum vitae, a description of the candidate’s primary academic research interest, a brief description of their interests in this position and three letters of reference.

For inquiries, please contact:
Selenia Claros, Senior Program Coordinator 
selenia.claros@providence.org

Updated 11/11/2022


Neuro-Interventional Radiology

Job Category: MD

Specialty: Neurology/Neuroradiology/Neurosurgery

Pacific Neuroscience Institute is seeking a full-time, board-eligible/board-certified Vascular Neurologist with Neuro-Interventional fellowship training, Neuroradiologist with Neuro-Interventional fellowship training or Neurosurgeon with Neuro-Interventional fellowship training. Two-year fellowship required. 

In this role, the service locations include Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, and Providence Saint John’s Health Center. The schedule will include call coverage across multiple sites with outpatient clinic and inpatient consultation. You will join six other NIR physicians and work within our team to provide excellent NIR service and collaborate to optimize Neuro-Interventional performance in each of our Comprehensive Stroke Centers.

Pacific Neuroscience Institute provides a unique combination of highly specialized and experienced medical professionals, with a focus on minimally invasive surgical and interventional techniques, as well as novel targeted therapies that aim to restore and maintain quality of life.

PNI is also focused on translational research and clinical trials as well as fellowship education and continuing medical education. Our physicians work side by side with our scientists to formulate real-time personalized treatments and therapies for our patients ensuring that they are receiving the highest and most advanced levels of care.

Enjoy a meaningful professional experience and all that beautiful Southern California has to offer from the community!  New fellowship graduates are welcome to apply.

Comprehensive Provider Benefits Package:

  • 401K
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Malpractice Insurance
  • Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off
  • CME allowance

Interested candidates please email CV to: christopher.cosgrove@providence.org

Updated 10/27/2022


TRIP Program

Interested in getting involved in psychedelics research?

Clinical Research Manager – TRIP Program

The Pacific Treatment & Research in Psychedelics (TRIP) program is looking for a Clinical Research Manager (CRM) to work in our psychedelic-assisted therapy clinical trials program.

Clinical Research Manager

For inquiries, please contact: Melanie Lampa, Research Administration & Operations Director: MLampa@pacificneuro.org


Support Staff Positions

We are always looking for talented, motivated people to join us at Pacific Neuroscience Institute. Further your experience and career in areas including front desk, administrative coordinator, medical assistant and other positions.

Please take a look at our current listings on Indeed or submit a cover letter and resume to:
Chris Grothe, Practice Manager   |  christine.grothe@providence.org