Autism Research Assistant Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (NDBP), within the University of Virginia and UVA Health Children's seeks candidates for a board-eligible/board-certified Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. Salary and rank are dependent upon qualifications and experience. For information regarding faculty tracks, Visit https://faculty.med.virginia.edu/facultyaffairs/advancement/pandt/faculty-tracks/
Our patient population includes children with neurodevelopmental or behavioral concerns, autism, intellectual disability, high-risk infant follow up, mental/emotional/behavioral problems (MEB), neuro-motor disabilities (i.e. cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders) and children at risk due to early childhood adversity. Patients are seen in the new Riverside Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Health Center (opening late 2024) and the Battle Building (outpatient) of the UVA Health Children's Hospital adjacent to the UVA Health Medical Center as well as various rural outreach clinics.  We work alongside a growing pediatric psychology service, including clinical psychology experts in autism, behavior and issues that apply to underserved families. We also have numerous shared interdisciplinary clinics with neurology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, orthopedics, PT, OT, SLP, SW, nutrition, educational consultants, and family navigators. 

NDBP co-hosts one of the prestigious HRSA Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (LEND) called Blue Ridge LEND and focuses on training the next generation of interdisciplinary graduate level trainees in developmental disability, especially in rural and underserved areas. The division has a longstanding Developmental and Behavioral Pediatric fellowship program, is actively involved in the UVA pediatric residency program, and supports a highly competitive medical school, all co-located within walking distance of the medical center. The NDBP division has a strong and lasting relationship with the School of Education where the cross-institution Supporting Transformative Autism Research (STAR) center is based. In addition to autism-related international and national research projects, the STAR and NDBP collaborate on clinical and educational endeavors related to autism.

UVA Health is composed of the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group (UPG) and the Medical Center. The Medical Center is a 735-bed, level 1 trauma center that serves as the primary, specialty and sub-specialty hospital for central Virginia. The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds of the University of Virginia. UVA Health Children’s is ranked as the number 1 children’s hospital in Virginia by US News and World Report and is nationally ranked in five subspecialty areas. The University of Virginia consists of 13 schools in Charlottesville, plus College at Wise in rural Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia is annually ranked as one of the premier public institutions in the United States and is located in Charlottesville. Charlottesville is a diverse, cultured, cosmopolitan community with a charming, small-town feel. Located in a beautiful setting surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region is home to several historical places of interest. We are ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine and USA Today.

Candidates must have a MD/DO and must be board-eligible or board-certified in developmental-behavioral pediatrics. Duties will include providing clinical patient care, participating in quality improvement process, along with teaching responsibilities for the University of Virginia School of Medicine students and pediatric residents and developmental behavioral pediatric fellows. The successful candidate will have clinical expertise in autism assessment. The successful candidate will additionally have an opportunity to pursue clinical/translational research activities independently or in collaboration with active existing research programs and/or engage in advocacy initiatives.

Complete an application by following this link http://apply.interfolio.com/143145 and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV/resume
• Professional reference list  

For additional information about the position please contact Beth Ellen Davis, MD MPH Interim Division Director, Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at BED9KR@uvahealth.org.