Job Description

The Neuroscientist is a senior-level and highly experienced postdoctoral research scientist responsible for designing, executing, and overseeing advanced neuroscience studies. This role drives scientific innovation, contributes to strategic research direction, and translates findings into meaningful clinical outcomes, particularly for Nemours’ pediatric patient population. Will strengthen research and translational work in all neurological disorders including epilepsy, epilepsy surgery, neuroimmunology, spasticity and cerebral palsy, neuro-oncology, neuromuscular disorders, fetal neurology, and I collaboration in complex neurosurgery. The Neuroscientist provides technical leadership, mentors junior team members, and collaborates cross-functionally to advance the organization’s neuroscience initiatives. This role will seek funding opportunities to apply for external grants, collaborate with investigators within the division to write research proposals and protocol design. It is expected for this role to implement and establish the Neurology research program that will be supported from various funding sources. The neuroscientist will execute essential tasks and work collaboratively with partners to gain institutional reputation and benchmarking with the U.S. News and World Report.

Essential Functions:

• Scientific Leadership & Research
  • Lead complex neuroscience research programs from concept to execution, analysis, and publication
  • Develop and implement long-term research strategies aligned with organizational research goals
  • Design advanced experiments to study brain function, neural systems, and neurological disorders
  • Drive innovation by identifying and applying emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies
  • Ensure scientific rigor, reproducibility, and integrity across all research activities

• Project & Program Management
  • Oversee multiple research projects, managing timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
  • Establish project priorities and ensure alignment with broader business or academic objectives
  • Monitor progress, mitigate risks, and report outcomes to senior leadership
  • Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across departments and external partners
  • Establish the neurology research program that includes program planning, strategic development, infrastructure design, and oversight of clinical, translational, and basic science research initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with institutional and pediatric care priorities.
  • Lead the development of high-quality manuscripts for publication in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals to advance pediatric neurological care and outcomes.

• Data Analysis & Interpretation
  • Lead/collaborate with Biomedical Research Informatics Center (BRIC) analysis of complex datasets using computational, statistical, and modeling approaches
  • Apply advanced tools such as neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG) and bioinformatics platforms
  • Interpret findings and translate them into actionable insights for further research and development

• Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Mentor and supervise junior scientists, postdoctoral researchers, and students
  • Provide guidance on experimental design, methodology, and career development
  • Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team environment

• Funding & External Engagement
  • Lead grant writing and secure funding through public, private, and industry sources
  • Build and maintain partnerships with academic institutions, clinical researchers, and industry collaborators/pharmaceutical companies to promote clinical trials
  • Represent the organization at scientific conferences, advisory boards, and professional forums
  • Review funding opportunity announcements that align with the organizational research goals and current funding trends

• Translational & Strategic Impact
  • Translate research findings into clinical applications, therapeutic strategies, or product development
  • Support regulatory submissions and clinical research initiatives where applicable
  • Provide subject-matter expertise to influence organizational strategy and decision-making

• Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure adherence to ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols
  • Oversee compliance related to human and animal research and partner/collaborate with stakeholders to ensure protocols are compliant.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and reporting standards

Requirements:

PhD in Neuroscience, Biology, Psychology or related field.

More than 5 years of relevant research experience including postdoctoral work. Expertise in neuroscience and neurobiology, neurophysiology, or related disciplines is preferred.

Demonstrated track record of scientific publications and research impact.

Previous experience in neuroscience research preferred.

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