Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD) Physician
Center for Autism Services, Science, and Innovation (CASSI)Kennedy Krieger Institute – Baltimore, MD
Why Join Kennedy Krieger?
At Kennedy Krieger, we don’t just provide care, we transform lives. As a Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD) physician at CASSI, you’ll practice at the intersection of pediatrics, neurology, and developmental medicine, supported by one of the strongest interdisciplinary teams in the country.
Here, your work will:
- Combine clinical expertise, teaching, and research
- Put you side-by-side with experts across pediatrics, neurology, psychology, psychiatry, OT, SLP, and more
- Connect you to a faculty appointment at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What You’ll Do
As part of our collaborative, mission-driven team, you’ll:
- Provide expert care for children with autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions
- Conduct diagnostic evaluations, developmental testing, monitoring, and medication management
- Assess and manage neurological conditions associated with developmental disorders
- Collaborate with families and colleagues to design individualized, evidence-based care plans
- Mentor and teach trainees, contributing to residency education
- Lead and contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives
Benefits & Perks
We believe in investing in the people who invest in our mission:
- Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits
- Tuition remission perks (dependents at any college; coursework at Hopkins + Peabody for you, your spouse, or dependents)
- Career growth opportunities and mentorship at a nationally recognized institution
- The chance to help re-shape the future of autism and neurodevelopmental care
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be a great fit if you:
- Are NDD-trained with expertise in developmental pediatrics and neurology
- Are passionate about caring for children with autism & neurodevelopmental conditions
- Thrive in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment
- Bring empathy, creativity, and innovative problem-solving to complex cases
- Want to balance clinical care, mentorship, and academic leadership
At Kennedy Krieger, your career isn’t just a job. It’s a mission. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
In compliance with the Maryland Pay Transparency act, Kennedy Krieger includes the wage range for all posted jobs. These ranges are based upon the American Academy of Medical Colleges (AAMC) scales and represent a good faith estimate of the base wage range at the time of posting. For this position, the annual wage range is $120,791 to $343,304. The actual wage will be influenced by factors such as faculty appointments, credentials, research experience, and specific expertise. This wage range does not include bonuses, incentives, differential pay, or other forms of compensation which may be eligible for this position.
Minimum pay rangeUSD $144,176.00/Yr. Maximum pay rangeUSD $343,304.00/Yr.Skills Required
- NDD-trained with expertise in developmental pediatrics and neurology
- Passion for caring for children with autism and neurodevelopmental conditions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment
- Empathy, creativity, and innovative problem-solving for complex cases
- Interest in balancing clinical care, mentorship, and academic leadership
What We Do
Kennedy Krieger Institute is a Maryland-based, mission-driven nonprofit that transforms the lives of children, youth and adults with, or at risk for, disorders of the developing nervous system. It provides interdisciplinary clinical care for brain, spinal cord and musculoskeletal conditions, alongside special education, research, professional training, community programs, advocacy and partnerships. Its work includes care for autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and rare neurological disorders.
