Infectious Disease Physician Jobs

Discover infectious disease physician opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Infectious disease physicians diagnose and treat illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, while helping patients and care teams navigate complex infections and prevention strategies.

What Infectious Disease Physicians Do

These specialists evaluate challenging or persistent infections, recommend diagnostic testing, interpret results, and develop treatment plans. They may also advise on antimicrobial use, infection prevention, immunization, travel-related health risks, and emerging infectious diseases. Depending on the role, physicians may work directly with patients or support hospitals and communities through consultation, research, and public health programs.

Common Work Settings

Infectious disease physicians work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, laboratories, government agencies, and research organizations. Positions can include inpatient consultation, outpatient care, infection prevention leadership, clinical research, and public health response. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer and specialty focus.

Qualifications and Skills

These roles generally require a medical degree, completion of residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. Licensure and board certification requirements depend on the position and jurisdiction. Employers may also value clinical judgment, clear communication, collaboration across specialties, and experience with antimicrobial stewardship or infection control.

Explore Infectious Disease Physician Careers

Find opportunities that align with your clinical interests, experience, and career goals. Browse infectious disease physician jobs on Ladders and review role details, employer requirements, and compensation information for positions paying $100,000 or more.

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$128K - $389K *

Drive faculty success by leading recruitment, development, and performance management initiatives. Collaborate with divisional leadership to enhance academic excellence and foster a supportive culture...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Provide expert medical and clinical research support for DoD initiatives, focusing on medical devices, diagnostics, and clinical trials. Collaborate with regulatory bodies and contribute to strategic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Lead clinical services as the Site Medical Director, ensuring quality medical care delivery and compliance with national standards while fostering teamwork and independent decision-making in a support...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of protein therapeutics by joining our dynamic team. In this hands-on role, you'll leverage advanced molecular biology techniques to design experiments, analyze data, and contribute t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$365K - $497K *

Empower global medical strategy for Neuro/Other Rare diseases, leading cross-functional teams to enhance patient outcomes and scientific integrity while driving evidence generation and stakeholder eng...

New Jersey, USRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate psychiatric care for children and adolescents. Lead clinical quality improvements, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with regulations while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$108K *

Transform infection control practices by developing and implementing programs that ensure a safe environment for residents and staff. Collaborate with teams to educate and monitor compliance, making a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$109K - $174K *

Drive innovative research in immunology, focusing on immune cell roles in health and disease. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design studies, analyze data, and contribute to therapeutic adv...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$300K *

Empower patient care by delivering cutting-edge wound management in a flexible, supportive environment. Join us to enhance your skills while enjoying a balanced work-life with no nights or weekend res...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $300K *

Champion clinical excellence by overseeing operations, guiding staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while advancing strategies for quality patient care and health outcomes in a com...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Shape the future of healthcare by joining a dynamic team of Primary Care Physicians in vibrant Chicago neighborhoods, delivering exceptional patient care in diverse communities while enjoying robust s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $130K *

Drive the development and execution of a comprehensive microbial control program, ensuring quality standards across manufacturing processes. Lead initiatives to enhance equipment and procedures while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $400K *

Lead the Microbiology Section at a major academic VA health system, overseeing diagnostic testing and collaborating with clinical teams. Drive excellence in clinical service, teaching, and research wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$275K *

Advance your career by providing direct patient care while collaborating with clinical teams to enhance quality and efficiency in a fast-paced urgent care environment. Enjoy the opportunity to lead an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional neonatal care in a collaborative environment. Work across two hospitals, engage in teaching opportunities, and enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a vib...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare services by leading a national team, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance while enhancing marketing and operational processes to achieve growth and imp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research in your specialty. Lead projects, manage budgets, and support staff while fostering collaboration across functional areas to drive impactful results...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$99K - $112K *

Drive excellence in patient care by supervising and coordinating services, enhancing clinical delivery, and supporting staff as a resource and role model in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$250K - $300K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$315K *

Transform patient care as a Neurologist, providing expert assessment and treatment in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Collaborate with medical trainees and lead in advanced neurological proced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Deliver exceptional emergency care by diagnosing and treating patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring holistic support for families in a dynamic healthcare environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$250K - $250K+*

Elevate your career by supporting innovative research initiatives under expert guidance. Collaborate with leading scientists to enhance clinical studies and contribute to impactful projects in a dynam...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $146K *

Contribute to advancing public health by engaging with Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare professionals. Foster relationships, gather insights, and support strategic medical initiatives to enhance hea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Advance pediatric care through innovative leadership, fostering education, research, and advocacy for underserved groups while guiding a dynamic team dedicated to transforming clinical excellence and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an infectious disease physician do?question toggle

    An infectious disease physician diagnoses and treats infections and advises on prevention, testing, antimicrobial therapy, and infection control. Some also conduct research or contribute to public health initiatives.

  • Where do infectious disease physicians work?question toggle

    They may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, research organizations, laboratories, government agencies, or public health settings.

  • What training is required to become an infectious disease physician?question toggle

    Most positions require a medical degree, residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. State licensure and board certification requirements vary.

  • What skills are important for infectious disease physician jobs?question toggle

    Important skills include diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, communication, collaboration, and knowledge of antimicrobial use and infection prevention. Specific requirements depend on the role.

  • How can I find infectious disease physician jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse infectious disease physician listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.