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UPMC Southwestern PA

Infectious Disease

Bellevue, PA · On-site

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of infectious diseases, contributing to the mission of providing **Life Changing Medicine**. Work alongside a team of ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of infectious diseases, contributing to the mission of providing **Life Changing Medicine**. Work alongside a team of ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Infectious Disease

Crafton, PA · On-site

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of infectious diseases, contributing to the mission of providing **Life Changing Medicine**. Work alongside a team of ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of infectious disease in the United States is $121,720.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $250,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectDirector Of Infectious DiseaseInfectious Disease Physician
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification in infectious diseases, leadership experienceMedical degree, board certification in infectious diseases
Work EnvironmentHealthcare administration, hospital leadership, policy developmentClinical settings, hospitals, outpatient clinics
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare organizations, research institutionsHospitals, clinics, private practices
Primary FocusOverseeing infectious disease programs, strategic planning, policyDiagnosing and treating infectious diseases, patient care

The main difference is that the Director Of Infectious Disease focuses on leadership, program management, and strategic planning within healthcare organizations, while the Infectious Disease Physician primarily provides direct patient care and clinical diagnosis. Both roles require specialized medical credentials, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Medical Director of Research- Infectious Disease

Detroit, MI • On-site

Henry Ford Health System
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

Medical Director of Research- Infectious Disease
Henry Ford Health in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a Board Certified Infectious Diseases physician to serve as Medical Director of Infectious Disease Research, leading a nationally respected division with a long history of excellence in clinical care, education, and scientific innovation. This academic leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the division's research strategy, oversee clinical trials and translational studies, foster interdisciplinary collaborations, mentor faculty and trainees, and guide grant development across NIH, CDC, and industry funded portfolios. The position includes protected research time, access to a fully funded 3,400 sq. ft. laboratory, and integration with Henry Ford's extensive clinical and academic infrastructure-including 13 hospitals, advanced ID fellowships, and more than 100 prior clinical trials. Candidates should have demonstrated academic productivity, experience with funded research, and eligibility for faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, along with a commitment to advancing programs in HIV, transplant ID, antimicrobial resistance, healthcare epidemiology, and global health.
About Henry Ford Health
• One of the nation's largest integrated health systems
• 13 hospitals, over 50,000 employees, 3M+ patient visits annually
• Nationally recognized transplant programs
• Long-standing Infectious Diseases fellowship with advanced fellowships in Hospital Infection Prevention & Epidemiology and Transplant Infectious Diseases
• 3,400 sq. ft. fully funded research laboratory
• Proven track record of leading 100+ clinical trials in Infectious Diseases
• NIH, CDC, and Industry funded research Portfolio
Clinical & Academic Focus Areas
HIV, transplant ID, healthcare epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, and global health.
Position Summary
The physician will provide outstanding clinical care, advance research within the Infectious Diseases Division, and actively contribute to teaching in our academic programs. The Director of Infectious Disease Research will set the strategic vision and provide leadership for all research activities within the division. This role includes overseeing ongoing studies, fostering innovative research initiatives, and supporting grant-funded projects across translational and clinical domains.
Key Responsibilities
• Shape and expand the division's research strategy
• Direct and oversee clinical trials and translational research
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across departments and external institutions to strengthen research partnerships
• Mentor and develop faculty, fellows, and research staff, promoting career growth and scholarly excellence
• Guide grant development and stewardship, including strategy, submission, and post-award management
• Integrate research with clinical and educational missions
• Contribute to clinical care within the Infectious Diseases Division
Qualifications
• Board Certification in Infectious Diseases
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Infectious Diseases
• Proven academic productivity, including peer-reviewed publications
• Experience in leading or contributing to grant-funded research projects
• Demonstrated leadership skills within academic or research environments
• Eligibility for faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
What We Offer
• Competitive Salary
• Protected research time & dedicated administrative support
• Leadership development opportunities
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Access to premier research infrastructure and laboratory facilities
• A platform to shape the future of Infectious Diseases research regionally and nationally
Interested candidates should send a personal statement, including academic interest, and Curriculum Vitae to Anne Chen, MD, Division Head, Division of Infectious Diseases:
achen2@hfhs.org or 313-916-2573
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Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services from Primary and Preventative care, to Complex and Cpecialty care, Health Insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, Virtual care, Pharmacy, Eye care and other Healthcare retail. It is one of the Nation’s leading Academic Medical Centers, recognized for Clinical excellence in Cancer care, Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopedics and Sports medicine, and Multi organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in more than 2,000 research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of Health Professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 Medical students, Residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most Diverse employers, including nearly 6,000 physicians and researchers from the Henry Ford Medical Group, Henry Ford Physician Network and Jackson Health Network.

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Health care and social assistance

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10,000+ Employees

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Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1915

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