Physicians & Faculty

Why join our faculty and physician team:Cutting edge science: Be a part of translational research with real patient impactFaculty & Mentorship: Johns Hopkins appointment plus career development supportTeam Culture: Join a collaborative, mission driven communityCompetitive compensation: Salary, loan repayment eligibility, tuition remission, comprehensive benefitsCareer Growth: Clear pathways into leadership rolesPrime location: Live in a vibrant, affordable city with quick access to DC, Philly and the Mid-AtlanticYour ImpactExpert Care: Draw on your expertise in developmental pediatrics and neurology to care for children with a variety of disordersTalented Clinician: Bring empathy, creativity and innovative problem-solving to complex casesCollaborate: Partner with world-class interdisciplinary colleagues and families on individualized, evidence-based care plansGrow Academically: Hold a Johns Hopkins faculty appointment and mentor future pediatric leadersAdvance the Field: Contribute to program development and qualityAbout UsKennedy Krieger Institute, located in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, is a globally recognized leader in the treatment and research of pediatric developmental disabilities and disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and musculoskeletal system. The Institute offers a wide range of physician roles across inpatient, outpatient, and community-based settings.Clinical Focus AreasPhysicians at Kennedy Krieger specialize in:Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD): Providing expert care for children with autism and related neurological conditions through diagnostic evaluations, treatment, and collaborative care planning.Developmental Behavioral Health: Opportunities for child and adolescent psychiatrists in outpatient programs, with a focus on clinical care, teaching, and research. Work Environment & CultureKennedy Krieger fosters a mission-driven, patient-centered, and collaborative work culture. Physicians are part of multidisciplinary teams that include clinicians, educators, researchers, and advocates. The Institute emphasizes:A supportive work culture with a small-family feelOpportunities for leadership, learning, and innovationA person- and family-centered approach to careRecognition as one of Maryland’s Best Employers by ForbesCareer Development & ResearchPhysicians are encouraged to engage in:Innovative research studiesTeaching and mentorshipInterdisciplinary collaborationProfessional development programs You are now leaving KennedyKrieger.org to visit an external site. Do you wish to continue? Continue to External Site