Senior Neuroscience Scientist — Pediatric Translational Research

Nemours Children's Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Florida seeks a senior Neuroscientist to lead advanced neuroscience studies, translate findings to pediatric care, and guide translational programs across epilepsy, neuroimmunology, neuro-oncology, and related fields.

You will mentor junior scientists, secure external funding, publish in high-impact journals, and collaborate with BRIC and clinical teams to align research with institutional goals and pediatric care priorities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Biology, Psychology or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant research experience including postdoctoral work.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in neuroscience research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific leadership, oversee complex neuroscience programs from concept to publication.
• Manage multiple projects with timelines and budgets.
• Lead data analysis using computational and statistical methods; apply neuroimaging and bioinformatics tools.
• Mentor junior scientists and foster a collaborative, high-performance team.
• Lead grant writing and secure funding from public, private, and industry sources.
• Translate findings into clinical applications and contribute to strategic translational initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Mentorship

Grant writing

Translational research

Regulatory compliance

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

Neuroimaging tools (fMRI, EEG)

Job description

Nemours Children's Health in Florida seeks a senior Neuroscientist to lead advanced neuroscience studies, translate findings to pediatric care, and guide translational programs across epilepsy, neuroimmunology, neuro-oncology, and related fields.

You will mentor junior scientists, secure external funding, publish in high-impact journals, and collaborate with BRIC and clinical teams to align research with institutional goals and pediatric care priorities.