The Department of Medicine at Temple Health is seeking qualified candidates for faculty positions in the Section of Infectious Diseases.

The eleven faculty members and eight fellows see patients at Temple University Hospital, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Temple University Hospital Bone Marrow Transplant Center, and various clinics on the Temple campus. Clinical responsibilities include but are not limited to inpatient ID consultations and outpatient ID clinics. In addition to teaching Infectious Diseases in the hospital, there will be some teaching of preclinical medical students. 

Why Temple?

• Dedicated to the highest ideals of teaching, clinical care, and advancement of the science of Infectious Diseases.
• Broad expertise in all aspects of Infectious Diseases, including HIV care and infectious complications of transplantation.
• Offers potential candidates a uniquely supportive practice environment emphasizing mentorship, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty members.

Candidate Qualifications

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
• Completed a residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship trained in Infectious Diseases from an ACGME accredited program.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Pennsylvania
• Commitment to excellence in patient care, teaching, and advancing diversity and inclusion in academic medicine

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy

To be considered for this position applicants must complete an online application.

Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.

Please address your application to: Rafik Samuel, MD, Section Chief, Infectious Diseases, C/O Michael Lester, Assistant Dean, Office of Physician/Faulty Recruitment and Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: Michael.Lester@tuhs.temple.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.