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Infectious Disease Physician-Scientist Faculty

Location: Los Angeles, California

Overview

At Cedars-Sinai, physicians are empowered to make a meaningful impact through clinical excellence, innovative research and community outreach. As part of one of the nation’s leading nonprofit academic medical centers, you’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals to advance patient care and medical discovery—from cutting-edge imaging and AI-driven diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Cedars-Sinai also champions health equity, offering physicians opportunities to serve diverse communities through partnerships with schools, shelters and mental health organizations. Whether you're drawn to academic medicine, translational research or expanding access to care, Cedars-Sinai provides the platform, resources and support to help you thrive and lead in shaping the future of healthcare.

Core Values

Successful Infectious Disease Physician-Scientist Faculty at Cedars-Sinai share these core values and embrace a real commitment to our community. Do you have the right mix?

  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Respect
  • Compassion
  • Teamwork
  • Innovation

Infectious Disease Physician-Scientist Faculty

Job ID 13103 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Job Category Faculty/Physician Date posted 01/14/2026

Job Description

The Division of Infectious Disease in the Department of Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University invites applications for a full-time physician-scientist faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Exceptional researchers at the full professor level may also be considered. 

Position Overview: 

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a demonstrated potential for conducting innovative research. Successful candidates will be expected to establish a vigorous, independently funded research program within the Division of Infectious Diseases, to participate in teaching of graduate and medical students and clinical fellows, and to be an active member of the research community at Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University. Candidates will have limited clinical responsibilities separate from their protected time for research. 

The position provides a competitive start-up package and outstanding opportunities for collaboration with other scientists and clinical investigators throughout Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University.

Cedars-Sinai is among the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, medical education, and medical research and is one of the largest non-profit academic medical centers in the U.S. Cedars-Sinai has a large and vibrant research enterprise in Los Angeles that comprises more than 2,000 research projects as well as highly sought-after clinical training programs, including an academic Infectious Diseases fellowship in conjunction with the UCLA Multicampus Program in Infectious Diseases. 

To Apply:

Interested candidates please submit curriculum vitae, a brief description of their current and future research interests and contact information for three references as a single PDF addressed to Dr. Fayyaz Sutterwala.

Our Compensation Philosophy:
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. We also offer a comprehensive faculty benefits package.
Pay Range: $243,000-$433,000 total cash compensation.

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Qualifications

  • Doctorate (MD, MD/PhD or equivalent) degree
  • Board certified or board eligible in Infectious Diseases
  • Strong record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating originality and productivity
  • Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, innate immunity, host-pathogen interactions, the microbiome, allergic diseases, and lung injury.
  • Applicants with research programs focused on clinical research are also encouraged to apply.

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Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai

We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.

Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.

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Culture

  • Mission-Driven ExcellenceCedars-Sinai is committed to improving the health of the communities it serves through high-quality patient care, innovative research and education. Faculty and physicians are empowered to lead advancements in medicine while making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.

  • Innovation and Research LeadershipBe part of a nationally recognized institution at the forefront of medical innovation—from AI-powered diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Faculty and physicians have access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Collaborative and Inclusive CultureJoin a diverse and supportive environment where interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged, and every voice matters. Cedars-Sinai fosters a culture of respect, inclusion and continuous learning.

  • Community Impact and EquityCedars-Sinai prioritizes health equity and community engagement, offering faculty and physicians meaningful ways to serve underserved populations through outreach programs, partnerships and advocacy.

Hear From Our People

"I spend half my time on clinical work and half on research and teaching. It never gets boring. That's something I love about the Department of Neurology at Cedars-Sinai in particular—many of us work in multiple spaces and collaborate on our teaching, research and patient care."

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Neurologist, Department of Neurology

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"Researchers in all disciplines have clinical partners that enable ready translation of exciting work in the laboratory for patient care with new therapies."

Neil Bhowmick

Research Scientist III

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  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

    Cedars-Sinai provides robust health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, along with Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs and various health and wellness programs.

  • Strong Retirement & Insurance Benefits

    Faculty and physicians benefit from retirement offerings such as employer-matched 403B and pension options. Additional insurance supports include life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental insurance options.

  • Generous Paid Time Off

    Cedars-Sinai employees, including faculty and physicians, have access to vacation, holiday and sick leave. Many reviews highlight decent vacation and PTO benefits.

  • Professional & Educational Development

    Faculty and physicians are encouraged to grow through tuition reimbursement, continuing education and professional development programs.

  • Work–Life Support & Perks

    Cedars-Sinai offers various programs that support life outside of work, including an Employee Assistance Program, childcare resource services, employee discounts, rideshare incentives and parking support.

  • Relocation Incentives

    Faculty and physicians may receive relocation assistance.

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