Job Description Summary
Endowed Leadership Opportunity – Sherman Endowed ChairEntity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
FacultyCost Center
CC001013 COM PEDS Children's Research Institute CCPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
This distinguished opportunity is designed for an accomplished physician-scientist and academic leader who will help define the next phase of pediatric research, discovery, and clinical excellence at MUSC. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build upon existing institutional strengths while developing a nationally recognized research program aligned with their expertise and scholarly vision.
MUSC provides a highly collaborative academic environment that brings together clinicians, investigators, educators, and research professionals across disciplines. The combination of a strong Pediatric Endocrinology clinical program, the Department of Pediatrics, and the Darby Children’s Research Institute provides an exceptional platform for advancing discovery and translating research into meaningful improvements in child health.
Why MUSC Pediatrics — and Why Now
The Department of Pediatrics is focused on advancing its academic and research mission through strategic faculty recruitment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continued investment in scientific discovery.
The Sherman Endowed Chair represents an opportunity for an established physician-scientist to shape this continued growth while contributing clinically within Pediatric Endocrinology. The Chair will have the platform and resources to develop innovative research initiatives, recruit and mentor faculty and investigators, foster interdisciplinary partnerships, and expand the national visibility and impact of pediatric research at MUSC.
Pediatric Endocrinology Clinical Platform
The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology provides comprehensive care for children and adolescents with a broad range of endocrine and metabolic conditions. The division offers a strong clinical foundation for a physician-scientist seeking to integrate patient care with research, education, mentorship, and scientific discovery.
The successful candidate will contribute clinically within Pediatric Endocrinology while maintaining a significant focus on research leadership and program development. This structure creates an opportunity to connect clinical expertise with scientific investigation while fostering collaboration across the Department of Pediatrics and the broader MUSC academic community.
Research & Discovery
MUSC provides a robust academic environment supporting research across the spectrum of pediatric medicine and science. The institution's clinical reach, diverse patient populations, research infrastructure, and multidisciplinary expertise create opportunities for investigators to pursue high-impact questions across basic, clinical, translational, population, and outcomes research.
The Sherman Endowed Chair will have the flexibility to develop and expand a research portfolio that reflects the candidate's expertise while complementing the strategic priorities of the Department of Pediatrics and MUSC.
Darby Children’s Research Institute
The Darby Children’s Research Institute (DCRI) serves as a cornerstone of pediatric research at MUSC, bringing together investigators across basic science, clinical research, translational science, and interdisciplinary discovery.
Through its research infrastructure, collaborative environment, and scientific expertise, DCRI provides investigators with the resources and partnerships necessary to advance innovative research programs, pursue external funding, mentor the next generation of investigators, and translate discoveries into improvements in pediatric health.
The Sherman Endowed Chair will have the opportunity to leverage DCRI's research environment to establish and grow a nationally recognized program while fostering collaboration among scientists, clinicians, and research teams across MUSC.
Statewide Impact & Research Opportunity
As South Carolina's academic health system, MUSC provides an extensive clinical and research network that creates opportunities to address important questions affecting children and families throughout the state and beyond.
MUSC's broad reach and collaborative infrastructure support clinical research, population health initiatives, outcomes research, implementation science, and other areas of investigation capable of producing meaningful and measurable impact.
Strategic Growth & Collaboration
The Sherman Endowed Chair will have the flexibility and institutional support to develop a research portfolio aligned with the candidate's expertise and scientific vision.
Potential opportunities include:
The Opportunity
We are seeking an accomplished Pediatric Endocrinologist, physician-scientist, and academic leader who is interested in advancing discovery, building research programs, developing collaborative teams, mentoring faculty and investigators, and translating scientific innovation into improved outcomes for children.
The Sherman Endowed Chair provides a platform to expand research infrastructure, recruit and develop research teams, establish multidisciplinary collaborations, and strengthen MUSC's position as a national leader in pediatric research.
The successful candidate will combine clinical engagement within Pediatric Endocrinology with a significant research and academic leadership portfolio, creating an opportunity to influence both the delivery of pediatric specialty care and the future of scientific discovery.
Opportunity Highlights
Community Information: Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston offers a compelling blend of coastal living, historic character, and professional opportunity. The city is known for its quality of life, cultural vibrancy, and strong employment base anchored by health care, research, education, and technology.
Interested candidates are encouraged to connect directly with Dr. Andy Atz, atz@musc.edu and explore how their clinical expertise in Pediatric Endocrinology, research leadership, and scientific vision can contribute to the continued growth of the Department of Pediatrics, DCRI, and MUSC while shaping the future of child health in South Carolina and beyond.
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