Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Pediatrics, has an immediate need for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatric Infectious Disease. The Division of Pediatric Infectious Disease is a small group of very committed Physicians, looking forward to the growth and expansion of their Division over the next few years. The ideal candidate will have an MD, MD-PhD, MBBS, or DO, be board certified in Pediatrics and BE/BC in Pediatric Infectious Disease and have a strong clinical and/or research interest.
Responsibilities include providing 3-4 months of inpatient consultation services, outpatient clinic services, and administrative assistance for a Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases. We provide educational training to Medical Students, General Pediatric Residents, and Pediatric Fellows involved in programs through Loma Linda University Health. Candidates with interest in areas of HIV care, transplant infectious disease, clinical or bench research are encouraged to apply.
Since opening in 1909, Loma Linda University's School of Medicine has been training skilled medical professionals with a commitment to Christian service. The school has always endeavored to combine the best medical science with caring, Christian compassion. Loma Linda students are trained in a context emphasizing the patient's needs and preventive care to offset future disease.
Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center, Children’s Hospital and School of Medicine, with the mission to deliver whole-person care at a world-class level of clinical excellence. The Medical Center serves as the largest tertiary referral source in both Riverside and San Bernardino counties with a surrounding population approaching 4 million. Our Children's Hospital is a 343-bed facility that provides tertiary care that includes cardiac, kidney and bone marrow transplantation services.
For over 100 years, Loma Linda University Health has been dedicated to excellence in health care, research, and education. We built and moved into a new state of the art children's hospital in 2021. We are also greatly expanding and enhancing our already robust research enterprise through a new collaborative research center and program endowments.
Loma Linda University Health continues to lead in integrating a faith-based approach to whole person health care. As a Seventh-day Adventist organization, our mission is to follow the healing and teaching ministry of Jesus Christ 'to make man whole.' Together, we strive for Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Wholeness.
About the area
Loma Linda, recognized as the only Blue Zone in the nation, is a family-friendly community known for its strong sense of community and commitment to health and wellness. Loma Linda University is located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs in an area known as the Inland Empire. Nestled at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains, we have convenient access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and a variety of other outdoor activities. This growing region has a low cost of living and excellent private and public school systems. Faculty members are eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs.
Compensation & Benefits
The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $228,000 - $268,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.
Our benefits include:
- Generous Retirement Contribution
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage
- Competitive Vacation & Sick Days
- CME Days and Funds
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
- Paid Malpractice Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- Loan Repayment/State & Federal (If eligible)
For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.
This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.