Description
The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Stony Brook Children's Hospital and the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University is seeking a full-time Board-Certified/Board-Eligible
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician or
Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Pediatrician at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to join our expanding academic and clinical division. Candidates must possess or be eligible for New York State licensure.
About the Division
As an academic medical center, Stony Brook offers a rich environment for clinical care, teaching, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Faculty members participate actively in medical education across the undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate spectrum. Interest in research, scholarship, and quality improvement is strongly encouraged and well supported.
The Division's current academic and clinical activities include:
- Research on caregiver and provider perceptions of autism and developmental delay.
- Validation studies of autism screening tools in young children.
- Quality improvement initiatives focused on new systems of care.
- Collaborative projects with Pediatrics (Primary Care, NICU Follow-Up, Genetics, Neurology), Child Psychiatry, and other departments.
- Participation in community and school outreach through the Stony Brook Medicine CARE program.
- Leadership and training within the Stony Brook LEND Program (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities).
- Engagement with early childhood stakeholders including Help Me Grow and Early Intervention Programs.
The Health Sciences Center and Neuroscience Institute provide exceptional opportunities for clinical and basic science research, with competitive departmental seed funding available for junior and mid-career investigators.
Responsibilities
- Comprehensive neurodevelopmental and developmental evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment for: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, Learning Disorders, Intellectual Disability, Genetic Syndromes, Cerebral Palsy, behavioral concerns, and other developmental/behavioral conditions.
- Psychopharmacologic management for ADHD and related behavioral needs.
- Participation in interdisciplinary clinical teams.
- Teaching of medical students, residents (Pediatrics, Med/Peds, Neurology), fellows, trainees, and community partners.
- Collaboration on research, quality improvement, and program development initiatives.
Clinical Environment
Stony Brook Children's serves nearly
500,000 children across Suffolk County, NY. Key resources include:
- A dedicated tertiary-care Long Island Children's Hospital, opened in 2019 as part of Stony Brook Medicine's $423 million expansion, including the MART (Medical and Research Translation) building.
- A robust faculty of 150 pediatric specialists across all major subspecialties.
- Pediatric, Med/Peds, and Child Neurology residency programs, plus selected subspecialty fellowships.
- Extensive laboratory, translational, and clinical research infrastructure across 20 clinical departments and the broader university.
Compensation & Benefits
The State University of New York (SUNY) offers a highly competitive compensation package designed to support long-term professional growth and well-being. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive tuition assistance programs
- Tax-deferred savings options.
- Long-term and short-term disability coverage
- Workers' compensation and FMLA compliance
- Generous retirement plans
- High-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Salary is commensurate with experience and training.
The Environs
Stony Brook Children's Hospital is located in one of New York's most desirable regions, offering an exceptional blend of coastal beauty, cultural richness, and academic excellence.
- Ten minutes from the beach.
- One hour by train to New York City.
- Scenic Suffolk County: beaches, pumpkin patches, lavender fields, Dickens-themed winter festivals, farmers' markets, and vibrant local eateries.
- Outstanding outdoor recreation and family-friendly activities.
- Stony Brook University - ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide - renowned for groundbreaking scientific achievements including identifying the cause of Lyme disease and constructing the first nuclear MRI of a living organism.
- Easy access to performing arts, athletics, and cultural events.
- Excellent local schools and a strong sense of community.
Stony Brook offers the best of both worlds: peaceful coastal living with immediate access to world-class urban culture.
Application Process
Qualified candidates will hold an MD/DO Degree and be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. Candidates should demonstrate commitment to collaborative clinical care, medical education, and academic development. Preference will be given to candidates who possess experience with developing and conducting research and QI projects.
Interested applicants should submit:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Interest
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
MD/DO Degree (or foreign equivalent). Board Certified/Board Eligible in Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. New York State Licensed or eligible. Commitment to collaborative clinical care, medical education and academic development.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with developing and conducting research and QI projects.
Application Instructions
All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfolio.com or (877) 997-8807.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Janet DeLuca at janet.deluca@stonybrookmedicine.edu.
Special Notes:
Tenure/Non-Tenure Track position. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. To qualify for tenure and/or a senior faculty appointment, the candidate must meet the criteria established by the School of Medicine (School of Medicine's Criteria for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure).
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible.
Campus Description:
Long Island's premier academic medical center, Stony Brook Medicine, represents Stony Brook University's entire medical enterprise and integrates all of Stony Brook's health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It encompasses Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, the five Health Sciences schools -- Dental Medicine, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Social Welfare -- as well as the major centers and institutes, programs and more than 50 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County. With 624 beds, Stony Brook University Hospital serves as Suffolk County's only tertiary care center and Regional Trauma Center. Stony Brook Children's, with more than 180 pediatric specialists in 30 specialties, offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. In the Medical and Research Translation (MART) building, two floors are occupied by Stony Brook University Cancer Center's outpatient services, and four floors are devoted to cancer research. Diversity, equity and inclusion are essential core values at Stony Brook Medicine. We believe we do our best and most impactful work when we leverage our diverse, equitable and inclusive perspectives. We are proud to recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.
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