Division Chief, Pediatric Medical Genetics

American College of Healthcare Executives; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children’s Health in Delaware seeks an accomplished Clinical Geneticist to become Division Chief of Medical Genetics, leading a team of physicians, genetic counselors, and support staff. The Division Chief will drive strategic direction, expand the program, and collaborate across departments to advance patient-centered care and research.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, program development, education, and commitment to serving diverse populations within a leading pediatric health

Qualifications

• Requires board certifications in pediatrics and clinical medical genetics.
• Molecular genetics certification preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to culturally relevant care models and outcomes.
• Scholarly activity and external funding experience.
• Active involvement with national or regional professional societies.
• Experience working with underserved populations.
• Strong commitment to medical education.
• Mentorship and career development of faculty.
• Five years of progressive leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Optimization of clinical services.
• Fiscal stewardship and operational management.
• Recruitment and retention of well-trained, qualified, and diverse professionals.
• Enhancing scholarly activity, research, and attainment of external funding.
• Support of clinical training and education for medical students, interns, residents, and fellows.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical genetics expertise

Scholarly activity

Diversity & equity in care

Medical education mentorship

Education

Board-certified in pediatrics

Board-certified in clinical medical genetics

Molecular genetics certification preferred

Job description

Nemours Children’s Health in Delaware seeks an accomplished Clinical Geneticist to become Division Chief of Medical Genetics, leading a team of physicians, genetic counselors, and support staff. The Division Chief will drive strategic direction, expand the program, and collaborate across departments to advance patient-centered care and research.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, program development, education, and commitment to serving diverse populations within a leading pediatric health