Kennedy Krieger Institute

Provide expert diagnostic assessments, mentor medical staff, and lead quality initiatives in neurodevelopmental care. | Medical degree with expertise in autism and neurodevelopmental conditions, leadership experience, and academic appointment eligibility. | Overview Assistant Medical Director Neurodevelopmental Disabilities / Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics / NeurologyCenter for Autism Services, Science, and Innovation (CASSI)Kennedy Krieger Institute – Baltimore, MD Why Join Kennedy Krieger? At Kennedy Krieger Institute, we’re not just treating patients, we’re reimagining what care can look like for children and teens with autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions. As Assistant Medical Director at our Center for Autism Services, Science, and Innovation (CASSI), you’ll blend clinical practice, leadership, and innovation at one of the country’s most dynamic centers for developmental care. This is your chance to work at the intersection of cutting-edge science, compassionate care, and systems change, alongside colleagues at Johns Hopkins and an interdisciplinary team of psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, educators, and more. What You’ll Do This isn’t a “just-clinic” job. You’ll wear multiple hats that keep the work engaging and meaningful: Clinician – Provide expert diagnostic assessments, developmental testing, monitoring, and medication management. Collaborator – Team up with psychologists, therapists, and educators to design holistic care plans. Leader – Mentor and supervise medical staff, shape program culture, and help raise the bar for excellence. Educator & Innovator – Influence residency education, lead quality-improvement initiatives, and drive policies that change lives. Academic Partner – Earn a Johns Hopkins faculty appointment (Instructor through Professor, depending on experience). 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 passionate about supporting kids and families with neurodevelopmental conditions Have strong diagnostic skills in autism and related challenges Enjoy team-based, interdisciplinary work Bring empathy, creativity, and resilience to complex cases Want to lead, mentor, and shape the next generation of care models 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 range USD $144,176.00/Yr. Maximum pay range USD $343,304.00/Yr.

Assist with behavioral data collection, analysis, and program support, including direct patient care and session assistance. | Requires a bachelor's in psychology or related field and experience with behavioral protocols, which the candidate does not possess. | Overview The Behavior Data Specialist will organize and maintain data collection and statistical analysis systems for the program; assist with behavioral assessments and program implementation; assist with research activities and staff/parent training; assume Clinical Specialist I duties in the temporary absence of such staff. This is an entry-level position. Perfect for college graduates interested in working with children! All training is provided. $2,500 Hiring Incentive** Responsibilities Collect and record data based on observable patient behavior. Assist primary therapist in in maintaining up-to-date graphs in accordance with direction by case leadership, including but not limited to, 1) summarizing, 2) calculating, and 3) analyzing data. Actively participate in sessions in accordance with protocols established by case leadership including but not limited to, 1) the implementation of baseline, 2) treatment, 3) parent training and 4) generalization Assist primary therapist in the preparation and clean-up of session-related activities (preparing patient, room, computers, recording equipment, ). Assist with case-related duties such as protocol dissemination, protocol reviews, and staff/parent Utilize safe and appropriate handling, management and guidance procedures when transporting or working with Provide direct patient care following the prescribed behavioral protocols. Assume primary therapist responsibilities in the temporary absence of the primary Qualifications EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education or allied discipline is required Two or more years of college level course work and one previous year of experience implementing behavioral protocols may be considered in place of a Bachelor’s EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with the developmentally disabled population is highly preferred. Benefits Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and childcare subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities. EOE/M/F/D/V Minimum pay range USD $33,607.00/Yr. Maximum pay range USD $53,427.00/Yr.

Assist with research data collection, management, and analysis for pediatric neuropsychology studies. | Bachelor's degree with experience in research, preferably in pediatric or child development settings. | Overview The Research Assistant I will conduct rehabilitation research, data collection, analysis, and interpretation for various research studies and grants. This position focuses on pediatric brain injury, under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation Neuropsychology. Responsibilities 1. Coordinate the collection of primary outcome data for multicenter studies with regular contact with data coordinating center and/or site research coordinators. Participate in regular, multi-site conference calls to assist with study coordination.2. Assist with data tracking to ensure accurate data collection, adjudication, and data entry across studies and sites. 3. Maintain and manage research databases of study participants. 4. Conduct semi-structured telephone interviews and obtain outcome data for clinical studies. May perform educational, developmental, or other forms of testing as required with research participants. 5. Coordinate Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and maintain regulatory documents for IRB compliance for various research projects. Assist with carrying out research protocols.6. Score, code, and verify data.7. Conduct research interviews and screen subjects for participation in various research studies.8. Recruit research subjects and coordinate research visits. Meet with research participants and their parent/guardian to review and obtain consent for participation. 9. Analyze behavioral data, generate reports, and build queries.10. Assist with planning and developing survey instruments. 11. Participate in development of grant proposals and manuscript preparation including, but not limited to, conducting literature searches, performing data analyses, and assisting in the writing of manuscripts and grants.12. Schedule and participate in research meetings. Qualifications EDUCATION:• Bachelor’s degree required.• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field preferred. EXPERIENCE:• Experience coordinating investigator-initiated research protocols preferred.• Professional experience in a pediatric setting preferred.• Experience in child development preferred. Minimum pay range USD $37,132.78/Yr. Maximum pay range USD $60,215.17/Yr.

Lead and execute comprehensive media relations, develop content, manage social media channels, and oversee PR team and agency partnerships to enhance the Institute's visibility and engagement. | Requires 7-12 years in communications or marketing, supervisory experience, and preferably healthcare or non-profit sector experience, with a bachelor's degree in related fields. | **Overview** The **Director, Public Relations and Social Media** is responsible for creating and implementing a proactive public relations strategy and media outreach across all platforms, and will develop, direct, and execute initiatives designed to enhance the Institute's visibility in the community, increase its online engagement, spur event attendance, and increase awareness for giving opportunities with donor constituents. The incumbent will identify news and story opportunities; draft announcements and media releases; make pitches to media to help secure placements; create and place bylines; manage, vet, and coordinate incoming media inquiries, media interviews and photo/video shoots; work with the Associate Vice President, Marketing and Communications to lead related strategies, tactics, and plans; conduct media training and coach Institute employees and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs); provide supervision to assigned staff; and oversee Public Relations (PR) agency partners and contractors as needed. This position will work collaboratively with internal teams (including Marketing, Philanthropy, Institute leadership, and C-suite members) to ensure alignment of communications strategies with overall Institute objectives, and will help to advise leaders on opportunities to increase the awareness and positive perception of the Institute and manage crisis communications while interfacing with senior leadership, the media, and/or the public. The incumbent may occasionally act as a spokesperson for the Institute as needed. • *Responsibilities** 1. Lead the strategic and tactical planning of national, regional, and local media relations through online and social media, press materials, and digital news content. 2. Develop editorial ideas, messages, and content that adhere to the Institute editorial style guide and align with Institutional branding, messaging, mission, and goals. Ensure editorial ideas, messages, and content support the individual communications objectives of centers, programs, school programs, research centers, and clinics. 3. Work with key employees, departments, and programs to identify news opportunities to share with external agency partners. Pitch/promote externally and share with departmental teams. 4. Work with employees and external agency staff to identify, develop, and place stories and messages aligned with the Institute's mission and objectives that are effectively, accurately, and consistently communicated to key audiences via a variety of mediums. 5. Lead the Public Relations (PR) and editorial team. Manage projects and budgets, providing regular reports of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as awareness, exposure, and engagement that demonstrate clear and measurable Return On Investment (ROI). 6. Manage the Institute’s social media and channel plans (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.). Monitor comments and craft appropriate responses. 7. Review and direct incoming media inquiries to determine the appropriate response, including identifying staff, patients, and families to participate; coordinate media interviews, staff photo/video shoots, etc. Use understanding of the Institute and industry knowledge to screen media opportunities that are not in the best interest of the Institute. 8. Provide communications counsel and media training to management, leadership, and subject matter experts on a wide range of critical topics for research publications, patient profile stories, expert interviews, crisis communications, etc. 9. Serve as a spokesperson for the Institute along with the Assistant Vice President, Marketing and Communications. 10. Lead the development and execution of editorial content published by the Institute, liaising with key external partners (e.g., Johns Hopkins Medicine, University of Maryland, Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital, AllChildrens, etc.). 11. Lead PR production and distribution, to include drafting of press releases and communications with local, regional, and national media outlets. 12. Provide leadership, guidance, supervision, support, and oversight to assigned staff, external agencies, and contractors. Direct, review, track, and approve work produced from external agencies and contractors (i.e., freelance staff), providing regular ROI reporting related to their work. 13. Lead team to monitor effective benchmarks for measuring the impact of all communication platforms. Report on results and their contribution to overall marketing and communications efforts. 14. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external media contacts on behalf of the Institute. Oversee the management and maintenance of Kennedy Krieger Institute's media database as well as any third-party databases, to ensure accuracy and regular reporting. 15. Collaborate with internal teams to make strategic recommendations. Work with the department’s creative team to update the Institute’s online news portal and develop engaging content for use in earned social media and social avenues through video, text, animations, still imagery, etc. • *Qualifications** • *EDUCATION:** - Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, writing, news media, marketing, English, fine arts, or other related field is required. - Master’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field is preferred. • *EXPERIENCE:** - Minimum 7-12 years of experience in communications or marketing field required, preferably including an understanding of both the client-side and public relations agency environments. - Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience required. - Experience working in non-profit, healthcare, and/ or academic research settings preferred. - Experience working with national and regional media, agencies, and other partners with a demonstrated track record of successfully targeting/tailoring messages, materials, and marketing to achieve desired outcomes (such as media placements, partnerships, and community engagement) preferred.