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A Chair of Pediatrics is a senior leadership position within a medical school or hospital, responsible for overseeing the pediatric department. This role involves managing faculty, guiding research initiatives, ensuring high-quality patient care, and developing educational programs for medical students and residents. The Chair also sets strategic goals for the department and represents pediatrics in institutional decision-making. They often balance administrative duties with clinical practice and academic responsibilities.

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To excel as a Chair of Pediatrics, you need board certification in pediatrics, extensive clinical experience, and a strong academic background, often including leadership roles in medical education or research. Familiarity with hospital administration systems, electronic health records, and accreditation standards is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, strategic vision, and the ability to mentor and inspire faculty are crucial soft skills for this leadership position. These competencies ensure effective departmental management, high-quality patient care, and advancement of pediatric education and research.

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A Chair of Pediatrics often navigates challenges such as balancing administrative responsibilities with clinical and academic leadership, managing diverse faculty and staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care while fostering research and education. Effective Chairs prioritize clear communication, delegate appropriately, and cultivate a collaborative culture to address these challenges. Staying engaged with both hospital leadership and frontline staff helps anticipate issues and implement solutions, supporting both departmental growth and patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Chair Pediatrics vs Pediatric Department Head?

AspectChair PediatricsPediatric Department Head
CredentialsMedical degree, pediatric specialization, leadership experienceMedical degree, pediatric background, leadership skills
Work EnvironmentAcademic medical centers, universities, hospitalsHospitals, clinics, academic institutions
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire pediatrics department, strategic planning, researchManages department staff, clinical operations, patient care

The Chair Pediatrics typically holds a higher academic and leadership role, focusing on strategic direction and research, often within academic institutions. The Pediatric Department Head manages daily clinical operations and staff. Both roles require medical credentials and leadership skills, but the Chair Pediatrics usually has broader responsibilities in academia and research.

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UNIV - Open Rank - Sherman Endowed Chair - Pediatrics: DCRI/Endocrinology

MUSC Health & Medical University of SC

Charleston, SC • On-site

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Job Description Summary
Endowed Leadership Opportunity - Sherman Endowed Chair
This recruitment is anchored by the opportunity to serve as the Sherman Endowed Chair within the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), with a clinical appointment in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology. The Sherman Endowed Chair provides dedicated resources to support academic leadership, program development, faculty recruitment, research growth, and innovation.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC001013 COM PEDS Children's Research Institute CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work 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:
  • Basic, clinical, and translational research
  • Pediatric endocrine and metabolic research
  • Outcomes and population health research
  • Implementation and health services research
  • Interdisciplinary and collaborative science
  • Development and expansion of externally funded research programs
  • Faculty and investigator recruitment and development
  • Mentorship of junior faculty, trainees, and emerging physician-scientists
  • Institutional, regional, and national research partnerships
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
  • Sherman Endowed Chair within the Department of Pediatrics
  • Clinical appointment within the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Dedicated resources supporting research and program development
  • Opportunity to build and lead a nationally recognized research program
  • Access to the Darby Children's Research Institute and its research infrastructure
  • Strong institutional commitment to physician-scientist development and pediatric discovery
  • Opportunities for basic, clinical, translational, outcomes, and population-based research
  • Support for interdisciplinary and cross-institutional collaboration
  • Opportunity to recruit, develop, and mentor faculty and investigators
  • Integration of Pediatric Endocrinology clinical practice with research and academic leadership
  • Collaborative, interdisciplinary academic environment
  • Opportunity to establish a nationally visible scientific and academic agenda
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.
  • Recognized among South Carolina's desirable places to live
  • Strong access to health care, education, and community amenities
  • Coastal location with a thriving arts, culinary, cultural, and outdoor lifestyle
  • Growing professional, academic, and research community

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.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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.
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