Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist: Impactful, Family-Centered Care

Nemours

Wilmington (DE)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Nemours Foundation in Wilmington, Delaware, is seeking a compassionate pediatric neuro-oncologist to join their Neuro-Oncology Program. This is a pivotal role where you will deliver care in a high-volume pediatric setting, working collaboratively in a family-centered environment.

Ideal candidates will be Board Certified in pediatric hematology/oncology with experience in neuro-oncology. The practice is located in a vibrant community with easy access to major metropolitan areas. Join a respected team committed to improving children's health through innovative care and advocacy.

Qualifications

Board certified in pediatric hematology/oncology required.
Experience in neuro-oncology preferred.
Eligible for unrestricted medical licenses in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical care to pediatric oncology patients.
Develop and maintain relationships with patients and families.
Participate in multi-disciplinary care teams.

Skills

Board Certification in pediatric hematology/oncology

Training or experience in neuro-oncology

Ability to form meaningful relationships with patients

Education

Doctorate Degree

Job description

Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation Institute for Cancer and Blood Disorders
Nemours Children’s Health | Wilmington, Delaware

Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware, is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist to join our expanding Neuro-Oncology Program within the Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation Institute for Cancer and Blood Disorders. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of a rapidly growing program while caring for children and adolescents with complex neurologic cancers in a high-volume, nationally recognized pediatric health system.

Why Join Nemours?

At Nemours, pediatric neuro-oncology is more than a specialty—it is a commitment to building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families during some of the most challenging moments in their lives. Our physicians are dedicated to a family-centered model of care, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to address not only medical needs, but also the emotional, developmental, and psychosocial well-being of every child.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to:

Deliver comprehensive care to children with brain and central nervous system tumors
Collaborate with a highly specialized multidisciplinary team
Contribute to program growth, innovation, and clinical excellence
Participate in research and clinical trials that advance pediatric cancer care
Educate and mentor trainees in a leading academic environment
Make a lasting impact on the lives of patients and families

About the Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation Institute

The Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation Institute for Cancer and Blood Disorders is one of the region’s premier pediatric hematology-oncology programs and continues to experience significant growth across its clinical, research, and educational missions.

Our team includes:

14 advanced practice providers

Specialty programs include:

Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology
Comprehensive Sickle Cell Clinic supported by a NIGMS Center of Biomedical Research Excellence grant
Federally funded Comprehensive Hemophilia Treatment Center
Transplant and Cellular Therapies Program, including participation in the STAR Alliance for sickle cell disease

Nemours is an active member of the Children’s Oncology Group (COG) and is funded through the National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP), providing physicians with access to cutting-edge clinical research and collaborative opportunities.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will possess:

Board Certification in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Specialized training and/or experience in Neuro-Oncology
Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey
Eligibility for DEA licensure

A Transformative Time for Growth

The newly established Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation Institute for Cancer and Blood Disorders represents a bold investment in the future of pediatric cancer and blood disorder care. Supported by a landmark $78 million philanthropic commitment, the Institute is expanding programs, advancing research initiatives, and creating new opportunities to improve outcomes for children and families throughout the region.

Nemours Children’s Health is one of the nation’s largest integrated pediatric health systems, providing world-class specialty care, primary care, research, education, prevention, and advocacy services dedicated exclusively to children.

While this position is based in Wilmington, Delaware, physicians care for patients from across the Delaware Valley and benefit from collaboration throughout the Nemours enterprise, including colleagues and programs in Florida.

Recognized among the nation’s leading pediatric healthcare organizations, Nemours Children’s Hospital and the Nemours Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders are consistently recognized for excellence in pediatric cancer care, advanced therapies, transplant outcomes, and exceptional nursing and clinical support services.

Live and Work in Wilmington, Delaware

Located in the heart of the Northeast Corridor, Wilmington offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and quality of life. Nestled within the scenic Brandywine Valley, the area provides easy access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and New York City while maintaining the charm, affordability, and natural beauty of a close-knit community.

Highlights include:

Vibrant arts, dining, and cultural attractions
Excellent schools and family-friendly neighborhoods
Proximity to beaches, parks, and outdoor recreation
Easy access to major metropolitan centers
A strong professional and academic community

Join Nemours Children’s Health and help advance the future of pediatric neuro-oncology while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.

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About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

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