Pediatric Neurologist/Physician Researcher

Nemours Children's Health; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, dental, vision

Relocation package

403B with employer match

Licensure and CME allowances

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE seeks a physician scientist to establish and sustain a productive, extramurally funded research program while maintaining an active clinical practice in Pediatric Neurology.

The selected candidate will lead a translational and clinical research portfolio within a collaborative Neuroscience Research Center, mentor trainees, teach, and provide expert patient care across affiliated campuses.

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school; MD/PhD preferred.
• Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program and a Neurology Fellowship Program
• Board Certification in Pediatric Medicine and Board Eligibility/ Certification in Neurology
• Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in the state of Delaware
• An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor

Responsibilities

• Serve as attending physician during designated weeks and participate in on-call coverage as part of the service team
• Conduct regular specialty clinics in addition to a share in general neurology clinics
• Teach and mentor residents and medical students with emphasis on your specialty area
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to research activities
• Plan and oversee projects in basic/translational research, including collaborations with our clinical and basic science researchers.
• Development and leadership of an independent research program with national or international impact, supported by intramural and extramural funding (e.g.- Nemours Foundation and NIH)
• Disseminate findings through high impact, peer‑ reviewed publications and presentations at national and international scientific meetings
• Supervise the maintenance, safety, and running of the laboratory and assure it is in regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and train laboratory technicians, graduate, medical and undergraduate students, residents, and postdoctoral fellows

Education

MD/DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree

Neurology Fellowship

ACGME Pediatric Residency

Board Certification in Pediatric Medicine

Board Eligibility/ Certification in Neurology

Job description

Position Summary

We are excited to announce a position opening for a full-time physician scientist in the Division of Neurology at Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE.

Job Description

We are excited to announce a position opening for a full-time physician scientist in the Division of Neurology at Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, DE.

We seek a physician scientist who will establish and sustain a productive, extramurally-funded research program while maintaining an active clinical practice. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative Neuroscience Research Center within the Division of Neurology, contribute to education and mentorship, and advance discoveries that meaningfully improve patient outcomes. He or she will maintain a clinical practice in Pediatric Neurology or a subspecialty, contributing to the care of patients with complex or unmet medical need. The successful candidate will also conduct translational, clinical, or basic science research aligned with institutional priorities. He or she should be a skilled team builder, an effective teacher, and an outstanding clinician with both excellent communication and interpersonal skills and relevant clinical expertise. He or she will have subspecialty training in a relevant area of neurology.

The position reports to the Division Chief of Neurology and the successful candidate will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team within the Department of Pediatrics.

The Division provides inpatient and outpatient clinical services at locations in Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland. A faculty appointment consistent with the level of academic achievement will be provided at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and/or the University of Delaware. All levels of experience, including recent fellowship graduates who are board-eligible, will be considered. Qualified candidates will have experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team and with medically complex conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as attending physician during designated weeks and participate in on-call coverage as part of the service team
• Conduct regular specialty clinics in addition to a share in general neurology clinics
• Teach and mentor residents and medical students with emphasis on your specialty area
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to research activities
• Plan and oversee projects in basic/translational research, including collaborations with our clinical and basic science researchers.
• Development and leadership of an independent research program with national or international impact, supported by intramural and extramural funding (e.g.- Nemours Foundation and NIH, disease foundations, philanthropy)
• Disseminate findings through high impact, peer ‑ reviewed publications and presentations at national and international scientific meetings
• Supervise the maintenance, safety, and running of the laboratory and assure it is in regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and train laboratory technicians, graduate, medical and undergraduate students, residents, and postdoctoral fellows

What We Offer

• Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the market
• Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement
• Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME and dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• An innovative, collegial environment with supportive leadership
• An organization-wide commitment to developing the healthiest workforce in the nation through a robust and wholistic network of wellness/well-being resources and initiatives.
• Programmatic research support and a competitive startup

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school with research training. MD/PhD preferred.
• Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program and a Neurology Fellowship Program
• Board Certification in Pediatric Medicine and Board Eligibility/ Certification in Neurology
• Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in the state of Delaware
• An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor

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.

Learn more at Nemours.org .

About The Team

At Nemours Children’s, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.

We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware is a 220-bed, internationally recognized pediatric hospital and the only Level I pediatric trauma center and Level IV NICU in the state.

In the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, Nemours Children’s, Delaware is a Top 10 children’s hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region with eight nationally ranked specialties, including Top 10 in orthopedics and Top 15 in diabetes and endocrinology.

A Level I Children’s Surgery Center and three-time Magnet-recognized organization, Nemours Children’s continues a $130 million campus expansion enhancing cardiology, oncology, maternal fetal medicine, and surgical services.

Wilmington, Delaware

Wilmington offers an ideal blend of historic charm, economic vitality, and East Coast accessibility. Located along the scenic Brandywine River, the city features vibrant cultural districts, acclaimed restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and miles of parks and trails.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., along with Amtrak service throughout the Northeast Corridor. Wilmington’s strong financial, health care, and life sciences sectors, combined with excellent schools and diverse neighborhoods, make it an attractive place for professionals and families seeking both opportunity and quality of life.