Physician Scientist | Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism | Duarte, CA

California Medical Association.; California, Duarte (MO, CA); On-site; USD 270,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Endocrinologist to join their dynamic Clinical Research Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in diabetes and metabolism while enjoying a supportive environment that values work-life balance. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to innovation, you will have the chance to make significant contributions to the field. Competitive start-up resources, generous benefits, and a collaborative community await you in sunny Southern California, where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Benefits

401k

Healthcare

Paid Vacation

Personal and Sick Days

Holidays

CME Days

Annual Academic Improvement Fund

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in diabetes/endocrinology research.
• Experience in academic settings with patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in diabetes and metabolism.
• Engage in clinical care and teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Clinical Research

Translational Research

Diabetes and Endocrinology

Patient Care

Education

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

Fellowship in Endocrinology

Job description

Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism | City of Hope National Medical Center

City of Hope Medical Group Seeks an Endocrinologist to Join our Clinical Research Team

The Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism (DEM) is accepting applications from qualified physician scientists for faculty positions as Associate/Full Professor. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in basic, translational, or clinical research in diabetes or metabolism. Priority will be given to those with a track record of extramural funding.

The successful candidate will become a member of the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Institute (DMRI), a comprehensive diabetes research center housing over 35 investigators. City of Hope has a rich history of groundbreaking discoveries in diabetes. This faculty member will have protected time for independent research and opportunities to compete for extramural funding.

Selected faculty will receive competitive start-up resources, laboratory space, and benefits. Research facilities are located within DMRI, with access to shared resources at the medical center, DMRI, and Beckman Research Institute. Interested candidates should apply to Ping H. Wang, MD, Search Committee Chair.

City of Hope Medical Group Faculty Highlights

• Access to generous benefits including 401k, healthcare, paid vacation, personal and sick days, holidays, CME days, and more.
• City of Hope contributes up to 20% of salary to your retirement account (no employee contribution required).
• Annual academic improvement fund up to $5,000.
• Eligibility to apply for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.

Position Attributes

• Effort allocation: 20-40% clinical / 60-80% research.
• Competitive start-up resources and laboratory space in DMRI with access to shared facilities.
• Base salary: $270k - $300k+, commensurate with academic rank.
• Eligible to participate in incentives program.

Who We Are

City of Hope is dedicated to transforming health care through outstanding care, innovative research, and education. Founded in 1913, it is one of 51 comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute. Our mission is to eliminate cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases through research, treatment, and prevention, with a growing presence in Southern California.

Our community includes research staff, scientists, clinicians, nurses, and support personnel committed to finding cures and improving lives. We uphold our credo: 'There is no profit in curing the body, if, in the process, we destroy the soul.'

The City of Hope Environment

We promote work-life balance, diversity, continuous learning, and a supportive professional community. Our location in sunny Southern California offers year-round sports, beaches, mountains, and proximity to top universities like UCSD, UCLA, UCI, USC, and Cal Tech, along with vibrant cultural venues.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a physician scientist in basic, translational, or clinical research in diabetes/endocrinology.
• Experience in academic settings combining research and patient care.
• Associate or Full Professor rank.
• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent, fellowship-trained, with Board Certification (or eligibility) in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
• Active or eligible for a California medical license.