Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Department of Pediatrics seeks a Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician to join the Development, Behavior and Learning Program in the Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics.

The DBP will provide outpatient assessment and ongoing care for children with developmental disabilities, collaborating across disciplines and mentoring pediatric residents and fellows.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics or eligibility.
• Excellent communication with patients, families and staff.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams and evidence‑based assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient assessment and ongoing care for children with developmental disabilities.
• Collaborate with psychology, social work and nursing teams.
• Involve residents and learners in didactics, shadowing and supervision.
• Support development of a DBP fellowship and interprofessional care initiatives.

Skills

DBP board certification

Interprofessional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Pediatric residency

DBP fellowship training

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina and North Carolina Children’s Hospital seeks a Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician (DBP) to join our growing Development, Behavior and Learning Program. The DBP will provide outpatient assessment and ongoing care for children with or at risk for developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, genetic conditions, and related disorders. The position involves interdisciplinary care with psychology, social work, and nursing, and plays an integral role in training pediatric residents and other learners. Responsibilities include resident didactics, shadowing, supervision, and supporting the future development of a DBP fellowship. The role also requires close collaboration with UNC’s Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, the LEND site, and the TEACCH program. The position is located in the newly formed Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics within the School of Medicine.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Applicants must be board certified or eligible in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, having completed a pediatric residency and either completed or be in the process of successfully completing fellowship training in DBP. Excellent communication skills with patients, families, colleagues, and staff are required. Clinical skills should include evidence‑based assessment of children with or at risk for developmental disabilities and ongoing care, including medication management.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Eligible candidates should be interested and knowledgeable in systems‑based practice and interprofessional care.