The Department of Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine (LKSOM) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time faculty position within its Section of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism.
The successful candidate will join Temple Health’s active clinical and academic Endocrinology program, which provides outpatient care at Temple’s Health Science Campus and Temple Health multispecialty centers throughout the Philadelphia region, as well as consultative services within the Temple University Health System.
Responsibilities include patient care across a broad range of endocrine and metabolic disorders, as well as participation in the educational mission of the Section—supporting fellowship, residency, and medical student training. Opportunities for scholarly effort and clinical research are available and encouraged.
Why Temple?
• Join a collaborative, collegial academic environment within one of Philadelphia’s leading academic medical centers
• Engage in a rich mix of clinical practice, education, and research opportunities
• Access to cutting-edge facilities and multidisciplinary collaboration across Temple Health
• Work alongside dedicated physician-scientists and educators committed to improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge
• Be part of an institution with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education and care
Features and Benefits
• Competitive compensation aligned with leading academic medical centers
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO and CME time/funding
• Medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Tuition remission benefits
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
• Opportunities for continued professional growth, teaching, and scholarly advancement
Candidate Qualifications:
• M.D., D.O., M.D./Ph.D., or foreign equivalent
• Board certification in Internal Medicine and board eligibility/certification in Endocrinology
• Appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor or higher, commensurate with experience.
About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.
Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.
About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.
"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton
Procedure for Candidacy
To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application.
Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.
Please address all applications to: Ajaykumar D. Rao, MD, MMSc, FACP, Chief, Section of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University C/O Shawn Hartigan, Physician/Faculty Recruiter.
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Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.
