Pediatric Oncology & Cellular Therapy Physician Scientist - Coastal Charleston, SC

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Faculty appointment with salary commen

Pension

Paid malpractice coverage

Paid parental leave

22 days annual leave

CME allowance

PSLF eligibility

Epic EHR support

AI-enabled documentation tools

Team-based care models

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics seeks a board certified (or board eligible) pediatrician or pediatric hematologist/oncologist to join our collaborative, patient‑focused team with nationally recognized quality outcomes. The position is based at Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital in downtown Charleston, SC.

We offer a robust academic environment with 14 faculty, APP support, and leading cellular therapy and

Qualifications

• Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology is required.
• Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology; fellowship in stem cell transplant/cellular therapy is required.
• Committed to MUSC’s education missions and personal development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric hematology/oncology care as part of a collaborative, patient‑centered team.
• Contribute to clinical programs including cellular therapy and transplantation.
• Engage with education, research, and academic initiatives within the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics is searching for a board certified (board eligible) pediatrician or pediatric hematologist/oncologist to join our collaborative, patient focused team with nationally recognized quality and outcomes as a cellular therapy and pediatric transplantation physician.

About (Pediatric Hematology/Oncology-Department of Pediatrics)

The Division of Pediatric Oncology/Hematology has 14 full time physicians (including nocturnists), six inpatient APP’s, eight outpatient APP’s, and a growing fellowship program. We also host the only pediatric stem cell transplant, CAR‑T, gene therapy, and pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship programs in the state of South Carolina. The Pediatric and Adult BMT and Cellular Therapy programs are FACT accredited as a combined program. The program is authorized/qualified treatment center for gene therapy and is ranked in the top 50 in the nation by US News and World Report. The Division collaborates closely with Hollings Cancer Center, MUSC NCI Designated Cancer Center, as well as the Darby Clinical Research Institute.

Required Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
• Committed to MUSC’s Education Missions
• Completion of a fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and a fellowship in stem cell transplant/cellular therapy
• Interested in personal development opportunities

Position Highlights

• Work at MUSC’s Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, a 250‑bed, state‑of‑the‑art facility in downtown Charleston, repeatedly ranked as the #1 city in the US.
• Join a team of 14 faculty members and 1 PsychD with APP support
• MUSC has developed a Cellular Therapy Integrated Center of Clinical Excellence for the clinical program and the GMP lab manufacturing facilities to seamlessly integrate the cellular therapy patient experience

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 is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it is easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty.

In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries‑old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charleston’s many award‑winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world‑class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

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.