Division Chief, Neurology

As one of the nation’s leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children – even those who may never enter our doors – through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts. At Nemours, our Associates help us deliver on the promise we make to every family we have the privilege of serving: to treat their child as if they were our own. 

The Division of Neurology at Nemours/ Alfred I Dupont Hospital for Children is currently seeking a Chief of Neurology in Wilmington, DE. We are excited to welcome an experienced pediatric neurologist with academic interests and/or operational management experience. Individuals who are either enthusiastic about general pediatric neurology with a wide spectrum of interests, or who practice a range of subspecialty interests, including epilepsy, headache, neuromuscular, and genetic/metabolic disorders, will find significant support for their practice.

As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in their pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics and primary care practices in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Position Details

- Lead team of 6 pediatric neurologists and 8 APCs

- Research interests highly desired and well supported

- Report to Dr. Jay Greenspan, Chair of Pediatrics

- Faculty appointment at Thomas Jefferson University

- Teach neurology residents and fellows

- Competitive compensation package

As the birthplace of the Nemours healthcare system, the Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, Del. honors their legacy of delivering exceptional care to the children of the Delaware Valley and beyond. Ranked among the nations best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and honored with the ANCCs Magnet Designation for excellence in nursing practice, they offer intensive and acute inpatient and outpatient services covering more than 30 pediatric specialties.

Wilmington, DE:

Wilmington is Delaware’s largest city and economic hub. Located 30 minutes south of Philadelphia, the city boasts excellent connections to the region as well as to national and international destinations from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Wilmington Airport (ILG), and Amtrak / SEPTA Wilmington Station (WIL). Rich in history, Wilmington offers a unique blend of old and new, and a diversity of cultures and lifestyles. With a burgeoning restaurant scene, access to museums, galleries, live music venues, and the state’s premier centers for the performing arts, there is something for every foodie and artist. Outdoor enthusiasts have 552 acres of parks at their fingertips, ranging from neighborhood pocket parks to Brandywine Park’s winding trails through thick forest. More than half of all Fortune 500 companies call Wilmington their corporate home. A selection of charter schools in the area offer strong options for K-12 education, and the city's location provides easy access to some of the country's top offerings for higher education.

Our dedication to professionals who are dedicated to children frequently earns Nemours a spot on the list of top workplaces in the communities we serve. Our Associates enjoy comprehensive benefits, including our unique “Bridge to a Healthy Future” pediatric health plan, an integrated wellness program, opportunities for professional growth, and much more. As an equal opportunity employer, Nemours focuses on the best-qualified applicants for our openings.