Developmental-Behavioral or Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine's Department of Pediatrics seeks a board-certified or board-eligible specialist in neurodevelopment or behavioral disorders to join The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders (CAND). The role supports care for children and young adults (birth-22) with autism, ADHD, and related conditions within a multidisciplinary team.

The center emphasizes patient care, education, research, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution with appropriate clinical training and experience.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of California.
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, with subspecialty certification/eligibility in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Pediatric Neurology, or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities.
• Candidate must have demonstrated capabilities for teaching, professional service and/or research suitable to the HS Clinical Professor series.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Provide expert clinical evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment services for a diverse patient population (birth to age 22).
• Quality Management: Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Education & Teaching: Teach, train, and mentor residents, fellows, medical students, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Scholarly Work & Research: Engage in scholarly activities with strong institutional encouragement and support to participate in clinical research.
• Community Engagement: Serve as an advocate and educator through local community outreach programs.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical care

Quality improvement

Education

MD/DO

California medical license

Pediatrics board certification/subspecialty

Job description

Position Overview

The Negotiated Salary (TNS) calculation includes AAMC salary benchmarks for Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics ranging from $194,700- $284,662. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Professorial Series (Adjunct, Clinical X, HS Clinical, In Residence, Ladder Rank) and Professor of Teaching Series - Health Science Compensation Plan . This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan , which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Application Window

Open date: September 2, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Oct 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Sep 1, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The University of California, Irvine, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a passionate, board-certified or board-eligible specialist in neurodevelopment or behavioral disorders to join The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders (CAND).

We are looking for dedicated candidates with expertise in caring for children, adolescents, and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and other developmental conditions. Join our dynamic multidisciplinary team and make a lasting impact through patient care, education, research, and community engagement.

About CAND

Established in 2001, CAND has a proud history as a leader in medical assessment, diagnosis, care coordination, family support, and education. Backed by recent funding increases and a powerful collaboration between UC Irvine, CHOC, and Chapman University, CAND has expanded its reach. We now provide comprehensive multidisciplinary care for individuals from birth through age 22, operating out of the state-of-the-art UCI Health-Irvine medical complex alongside the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, Ambulatory Care, and the Acute Care Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Provide expert clinical evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment services for a diverse patient population (birth to age 22).
• Quality Management: Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Education & Teaching: Teach, train, and mentor residents, fellows, medical students, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Scholarly Work & Research: Engage in scholarly activities with strong institutional encouragement and support to participate in clinical research.
• Community Engagement: Serve as an advocate and educator through local community outreach programs.

Department

https://medschool.uci.edu/research/clinical-departments/pediatrics

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• MD or DO from an accredited institution with appropriate clinical training and experience.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of California.
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, with subspecialty certification/eligibility in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Pediatric Neurology, or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities.
• Candidate must have demonstrated capabilities for teaching, professional service and/or research suitable to the HS Clinical Professor series.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, CA