Staff Clinician

National Institutes of Health; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory of Allergic Diseases (LAD) at NIH's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases in Bethesda, MD, seeks a Staff Clinician to provide direct clinical care to patients enrolled in LAD clinical protocols at the NIH Clinical Center and outpatient clinics.

The Staff Clinician will help develop, implement, and manage clinical research protocols on allergic diseases, mentor clinical staff, and participate in the Allergy and Immunology Consultation Service and Fellowship training.

Qualifications

• ABAI board certification required.
• Permanent, full, unrestricted medical license in the US.
• Experience conducting clinical research and oral food challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to patients in LAD protocols at NIH Clinical Center and clinics.
• Develop, implement, and manage clinical research protocols for allergy diseases.
• Mentor fellows, nurses, and students to ensure proper protocol conduct.
• Participate in the NIH Allergy and Immunology Consultation Service and Fellowship training.

Skills

ABAI board certification

Medical licensure in US

Clinical research experience

Experience with oral food challenges

Education

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

Job description

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), one of the largest institutes of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and part of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), conducts and supports a global program of research to better understand, treat, and ultimately prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases.

The Laboratory of Allergic Diseases (LAD) is offering a position as a Staff Clinician in clinical and translational research in the field of allergy and immunology. To learn more, visit the LAD website or contact Pamela Guerrerio, M.D., Ph.D. for additional information. This position is located in Bethesda, MD.

Duties

The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, highly motivated clinician scientist who will provide direct clinical care to patients enrolled in LAD clinical protocols at the NIH Clinical Center and outpatient clinics. The Staff Clinician will aid in the development, implementation, performance, and management of clinical research protocols studying allergic diseases, including food allergy and atopic dermatitis in adults and children. The Staff Clinician will provide mentorship to clinical staff—including fellows, nurses, and students—to ensure that clinical protocols are properly conducted. In addition to providing comprehensive care for allergic diseases, LAD’s Staff Clinicians serve on the NIH Clinical Center Allergy and Immunology Consultation Service and participate in training fellows in the Allergy and Immunology Clinical Fellowship Program.

Who Can Apply

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.
• Board certification by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology (ABAI)
• Permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States
• Strong background and interest in clinical research
• Experience performing oral food challenges.

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits .

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants .

Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Learn more about Foreign Education .

Reasonable Accommodation

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Detailed statement of clinical research interests
• 3 letters of reference
• Up to three selected reprints

Last Updated: September 2, 2026

Open

09/02/2026–12/01/2026

Pay

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Job Category

Scientific

Institute or Center

NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases)