Infectious Disease Faculty Opportunity in Coastal Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, United States
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Infectious Disease physician to join its expanding Division of Infectious Diseases within the Department of Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. This position will support efforts to broaden access to care and serve a diverse patient population across the Charleston area. The role offers participation in either a clinical educator or modified clinical track, with primary responsibilities based at MUSC's Main Hospital in downtown Charleston, along with opportunities to provide outreach care in surrounding communities.
About The Division of Infectious Diseases:
The division includes 21 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers, dedicated to excellence in patient-centered care, research, and education. Faculty lead key institutional programs such as infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, and transplant infectious diseases. The division has provided comprehensive HIV care for over 30 years, supported by the HRSA Ryan White Program and SC DHEC. Active research areas include HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance, and related fields. Educational programs include a two-year Infectious Diseases Fellowship and a one-year Transplant Infectious Diseases Fellowship, offering robust clinical and research training.
Required Qualifications:
MD or MD/PhD
Must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Infectious Diseases
Committed to MUSC's educational missions and enthusiastic about teaching
Position Highlights:
Provide inpatient and consultative Infectious Diseases care across MUSC Health facilities, including a diverse and complex patient population
Become part of a well-established, collaborative team of 21 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers.
Participate in inpatient teaching services, including attending on resident and fellow led teams
Provide inpatient and consultative Infectious Diseases care via telehealth prn
Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration with transplant teams, hospital medicine, critical care, and surgical services
Contribute to established programs such as antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and transplant infectious diseases
Attend and participate in division conferences, case discussions and grand rounds
Opportunity to develop or expand subspecialty interests within infectious diseases (e.g., HIV care, transplant ID, antimicrobial resistance, global health)
Flexible modified clinical track with protected time for academic, research, or educational pursuits
Opportunities to participate in clinical trials, outcomes research, and quality improvement initiatives
Shared call responsibilities with a collegial division faculty
Benefits & Resources for Physicians:
Faculty appointment with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications
Excellent benefits package, including a pension and optional tax-deferred contributions
Paid malpractice coverage with Sovereign Immunity
Paid parental leave
22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
CME allowance + paid days off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
One-on-one support services for managing student debt
Epic EHR with physician-centered optimization and robust user support
AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care
Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and physician well-being
Life In Charleston, South Carolina:
Charleston offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern coastal living. Known for its cobblestone streets, vibrant culinary scene, and waterfront views, the city consistently ranks among the top places to live and visit in the U.S. Residents enjoy a mild climate, easy access to beaches, and a rich cultural landscape filled with art, music, and history. With its welcoming community and high quality of life, Charleston provides an exceptional setting for both personal and professional growth.
About MUSC:
South Carolina's leading academic health system, MUSC Health serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Physicians who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in physicians' success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term physician careers.
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
providerrecruitment@musc.edu
is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Infectious Disease physician to join its expanding Division of Infectious Diseases within the Department of Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. This position will support efforts to broaden access to care and serve a diverse patient population across the Charleston area. The role offers participation in either a clinical educator or modified clinical track, with primary responsibilities based at MUSC's Main Hospital in downtown Charleston, along with opportunities to provide outreach care in surrounding communities.
About The Division of Infectious Diseases:
The division includes 21 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers, dedicated to excellence in patient-centered care, research, and education. Faculty lead key institutional programs such as infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, and transplant infectious diseases. The division has provided comprehensive HIV care for over 30 years, supported by the HRSA Ryan White Program and SC DHEC. Active research areas include HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance, and related fields. Educational programs include a two-year Infectious Diseases Fellowship and a one-year Transplant Infectious Diseases Fellowship, offering robust clinical and research training.
Required Qualifications:
MD or MD/PhD
Must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Infectious Diseases
Committed to MUSC's educational missions and enthusiastic about teaching
Position Highlights:
Provide inpatient and consultative Infectious Diseases care across MUSC Health facilities, including a diverse and complex patient population
Become part of a well-established, collaborative team of 21 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers.
Participate in inpatient teaching services, including attending on resident and fellow led teams
Provide inpatient and consultative Infectious Diseases care via telehealth prn
Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration with transplant teams, hospital medicine, critical care, and surgical services
Contribute to established programs such as antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and transplant infectious diseases
Attend and participate in division conferences, case discussions and grand rounds
Opportunity to develop or expand subspecialty interests within infectious diseases (e.g., HIV care, transplant ID, antimicrobial resistance, global health)
Flexible modified clinical track with protected time for academic, research, or educational pursuits
Opportunities to participate in clinical trials, outcomes research, and quality improvement initiatives
Shared call responsibilities with a collegial division faculty
Benefits & Resources for Physicians:
Faculty appointment with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications
Excellent benefits package, including a pension and optional tax-deferred contributions
Paid malpractice coverage with Sovereign Immunity
Paid parental leave
22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
CME allowance + paid days off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
One-on-one support services for managing student debt
Epic EHR with physician-centered optimization and robust user support
AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care
Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and physician well-being
Life In Charleston, South Carolina:
Charleston offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern coastal living. Known for its cobblestone streets, vibrant culinary scene, and waterfront views, the city consistently ranks among the top places to live and visit in the U.S. Residents enjoy a mild climate, easy access to beaches, and a rich cultural landscape filled with art, music, and history. With its welcoming community and high quality of life, Charleston provides an exceptional setting for both personal and professional growth.
About MUSC:
South Carolina's leading academic health system, MUSC Health serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Physicians who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in physicians' success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term physician careers.
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
providerrecruitment@musc.edu