Pediatric Scientist, Autism Research
Nemours Children's Orlando
Wilmington, DE · Posted November 26, 2025
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About the job
The Swank Autism Center at Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a Licensed or Licensed Eligible Psychologist or other Health Professional to join our team as a Research Scientist in Wilmington, Delaware. The Swank Autism Center provides comprehensive clinical services for children up to age 21 years and conducts research and community-based outreach and training.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop a targeted research program in autism. This could include (but is not exclusive to) current areas of study: healthcare inequities, neuro-affirming care, supporting families who are newly diagnosed or awaiting evaluation, and other areas.
Build and support research collaborations with other Nemours faculty and/or our external partners.
Provide clinical services as a minor part of this role, which might include autism diagnostic services, individual/group therapy, and/or supervising trainees, e.g., externs, residents, and/or fellows who rotate through the center.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Health, life, dental & vision benefits for Associates and their dependents
A comprehensive wellness program
CME days and dollars
403(b) with employer match & a 457(b) plan
Licensure and dues allowance after hire
Tuition reimbursement & tuition discount programs with various Universities for Associates and their dependents
Adoption assistance and 6 weeks of Paternity leave
Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a PhD in a health-related discipline
Must be licensed or license-eligible
Demonstrate evidence of collaborative academic productivity and either success in obtaining funding for research or a strong potential to obtain funding for research required
Demonstrated training and experience conducting research in clinical and/or academic settings with autistic/neurodivergent children, adolescents, and/or young adults, and their families required
The Research Scientist will join a multidisciplinary team that includes faculty from psychology, developmental medicine, psychiatry, neurology, social work, nursing, and applied behavior analysis, as well as colleagues who are autistic and/or caregivers. The Research Scientist will also have a dual appointment in the Center for Healthcare Delivery Science (CHDS) – Delaware Valley ( www.nemours.org/chds ). The CHDS includes 20+ investigators across the enterprise that study ways to improve health care, health equity, and health and wellness beyond medicine for youth and their families. The Swank Autism Center has a dedicated Clinical Research Coordinator and CHDS has additional research coordination and data analysis resources. Teaching, training, and mentoring are core values in our division, and these efforts are also supported and encouraged. The Swank Autism Center is strongly affiliated with Delaware’s Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program.
If you’re looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.
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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 .