Academic Physician, Emergency Medicine Research

Emergency MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$160k-$260k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Job Description:

Academic Physician, Emergency Medicine Research Department of Emergency Medicine Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. Harvard Medical School The Department of Emergency Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), a major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, is seeking an academic Emergency Medicine attending physician to join our outstanding faculty in Boston, MA.

The candidate will be appointed to the faculty of Harvard Medical School at an academic rank commensurate with experience. Role Overview: We are looking for a dynamic and motivated academic Emergency Medicine physician to help advance our Research Program within a world-class academic medical center.

This is an outstanding opportunity for individuals with a passion for research, innovation, and high-quality patient care in a collaborative and collegial environment.

As part of the dynamic team, you will be at the forefront of developing or building a research mission within your niche area as part of an emphasis on extramural funding and a national profile.

BIDMC and Harvard Medical School are a rich environment for research with robust infrastructure (e. g. a standing clinical research team with research nurses and research assistants to support your projects), ancillary support (e. g.

IRB writer, statistical support, database support), and mentorship (multiple NIH RO1 funded investigators within the department) to assist in facilitating a successful research career. Start-up packages are available and we are looking for both junior and mid-level career investigators.

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center consistently ranks as a national leader among independent hospitals in National Institutes of Health funding. With research funding totaling over $250 million, annually, BIDMC’s 2000+ researchers and staff run more than 2500 active clinical research studies in 52 areas of research.

Key Responsibilities

Execute a productive research program as evidenced by academic productivity (publications) and extramural grant funding Collaborate with a diverse and multidisciplinary team of emergency medicine professionals committed to advancing the field and improving patient outcomes. Contribute to the department’s academic and strategic goals through clinical service, scholarly engagement, and departmental leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

MD or equivalent medical degree. Board certification (or eligibility) in Emergency Medicine. Demonstrated commitment to clinical, translational, basic science, or public health research Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative spirit. Eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure.

We Offer: A stimulating academic and clinical environment with opportunities for career advancement. Access to mentorship and professional development within a nationally recognized academic institution. A collaborative department with a track record of leadership, innovation, and scholarly excellence. Competitive compensation, benefits, and a funded CME package.

The opportunity to shape the next generation of emergency medicine leaders. Start-up research packages available for qualified applicants Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a 743-bed hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center, is a founding member of Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH).

BILH, a health care system with 14 hospitals, brings together academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, community and specialty hospitals, and more than 4,000 physicians and 39,000 employees in a shared mission to expand access and advance the science and practice of medicine through groundbreaking research and education.

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England, dedicated to excellence and innovation in patient care, education, and research.

As a physician-led organization, HMFP partners with more than 2,400 providers to support the delivery of exceptional care, promote professional development and foster balance at work and home.

HMFP physicians have faculty affiliations with Harvard Medical School (HMS) and provide care throughout BILH system and additional hospitals across Massachusetts.

Pay Range

$160,000 - $260,000 The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time.

Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations.

In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.

HMFP/APHMFP is a multi-specialty physician organization made up of over 2,400 physicians, researchers, and advanced practitioners dedicated to providing quality and excellence in teaching, research, and clinical care. To learn more about HMFP, please visit our website. HMFP is an equal opportunity employer.

HMFP respects diversity and accordingly is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length, and protective hairstyles, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, and breastfeeding), sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will execute a productive research program, including securing extramural grant funding and publishing academic work. They will also contribute to the department's strategic goals through clinical service, scholarly engagement, and leadership.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or equivalent medical degree and be board certified or eligible in Emergency Medicine. They must also be eligible for Massachusetts medical licensure and demonstrate a strong commitment to research.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Translational researchBasic science researchGrant writingAcademic leadershipData analysisInterpersonal skillsCollaborationMedical education

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 83% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$210k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $198k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 50% of Emergency Medicine listings

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Living in Boston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$813k≈ 5.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,338/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians

Hospitals and Health Care
Boston, Massachusetts
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Funded CME package
Health, dental, vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plan with employer contributions
Start-up research packages