UNIV Department of Medicine: Division of Endocrinology

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), located in Charleston, South Carolina, and the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases are seeking a full-time academic endocrine specialist in thyroid neoplasms to participate in clinical care, research and teaching.

Applicants must be Board Certified in Endocrinology and have experience in this area of focus. Preference will be placed towards clinician scientists who have an active research focus in thyroid neoplasms.

The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases at MUSC has a distinguished history of clinical, translational, and basic research as well as a reputation of excellence in clinical care and education. Under the new leadership of Dr. Marc‑Andre Cornier, the Division is looking to expand its clinical services and research in thyroid neoplasms.

The successful applicant will treat patients with a full spectrum of thyroid neoplasms, including evaluation and treatment of thyroid nodule disease using ultrasound and fine‑needle aspiration and the treatment of complex thyroid cancers.

This individual will work closely with and support other providers, including endocrinologists, general surgeons, head & neck surgeons, oncologists, pathologists, advanced practice providers, and fellows.

Teaching duties will focus on education of endocrinology fellows in training and of rotating residents and medical students.

The successful candidate will hold an academic rank commensurate with experience.

MD or MD/PhD, board certified (or board eligible) in Endocrinology.

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 operations requiring pinching (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 a height of 36 inches, unassisted (Infrequent). Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs.

from a 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 (Continuous). 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).

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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