Job Description

Job Category: Physician Chief
Degree Level: Post-Doctorate
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Summary: Nemours Children's Health seeks a dynamic Division Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology. The ideal candidate will provide vision, leadership, and oversee all divisional missions, including care delivery, education, research, and advocacy. The Division Chief reports directly to the Chair of Pediatrics.
Essential Functions

• Strategic vision and guidance to strengthen the clinical operations of the Division of Endocrinology
• Fiscal stewardship and operational management
• Enhancement of the division's research and academic agenda
• Recruitment, retention, development and mentorship of faculty

Support of clinical training and education for interns, residents, and fellows
The Division of Endocrinology is a dedicated team comprising eight board-certified pediatric endocrinologists, one fellow, one physician assistant, four nurse practitioners, and eight specialty nurses. The division also includes the Health Weight and Wellness Program, with five physicians, two physician assistants, two exercise physiologists, and a specialty nurse. The clinical teams are supported by a multidisciplinary group of dietitians, social workers, psychologists, and administrative staff. Each year, the team provides care to approximately 9,700 unique patients across seven clinic sites.
The endocrinologists offer comprehensive diabetes management programs led by certified diabetes education specialists and address a wide range of endocrine disorders. The diabetes education program is accredited by the American Diabetes Association. The Health Weight and Wellness team manages obesity-related comorbidities and offers medical evaluation and therapy, as well as bariatric surgery, exercise therapy, nutrition, and behavioral health support.
In addition to clinical care, the division is actively involved in research and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes. The program is also a contributing member of the T1D Exchange Quality Improvement Collaborative Network. Notably, the division is ranked among the top endocrinology programs by U.S. News & World Report.
Nemours Children's Health- Delaware is the teaching hospital/clerkship site for the Pediatric Residency Program of Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC) of Thomas Jefferson University/Nemours Children's Health, Delaware. Faculty appointment and advancement are available through Jefferson University's SKMC.
What We Offer

• Competitive base compensation and an annual incentive plan 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
• Malpractice Coverage, Licensure, CME and dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• An innovative, collegial, mission centered environment
• An organization-wide commitment to developing the healthiest workforce in the nation through a robust and wholistic network of well-being resources and initiatives

Qualifications:

• MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school
• Board certification in Pediatric Endocrinology
• Eligibility for DEA and Delaware state licensure
• A successful track record in advancing clinical growth, research, and a demonstrated commitment to education
• Administrative experience and leadership qualities to advance a highly collegial and collaborative division

An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Associate or full Professor
How to Apply
For confidential consideration, please apply below and email a CV and letter of interest addressed to Dr. David Brousseau, Chair of Pediatrics, to: Jessica N. Vega, Senior Physician Recruiter at and Fouza Yusuf, Administrative Director, at .
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About Us:
Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we're on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children's health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child's world a place to thrive. It's a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children's and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at .
About the Team:
At Nemours Children's, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.
We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children's is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, .
Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
, a 220-bed facility located in Wilmington, serves as a Level IV NICU and the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state. For more than 80 years, its world-renowned care, education and research capabilities have healed hundreds of thousands of children and provided training for thousands of pediatric specialists across the U.S.
In 2023-24, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in five pediatric specialties: cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery and orthopedics.
The hospital is a Level 1 Children's Surgery Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. This recognition highlights the center's improved surgical quality, reduced complications, lower costs and saved lives.
Our nursing program has earned Magnet status for the third time from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program, demonstrating excellence in health care.
We collaborate closely with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, providing pediatric specialty care for newborns and in the emergency department, and collaborating closely on research and care for complex conditions.
Wilmington, Delaware
Living in Wilmington, Delaware offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks and proximity to major East Coast cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, shopping districts and outdoor recreational opportunities along the Brandywine River. Wilmington is also a hub for business and employment.

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