Career paths in ID

Are you interested in addressing humanity’s smallest and greatest challenges, from tiny microbes to global outbreaks? Are you passionate about improving public health, solving complex medical puzzles and advancing health equity in your community and around the world?  

If so, a career in infectious diseases might be the perfect fit. ID and HIV professionals are natural problem-solvers, thriving on the complexity of diagnosing and treating infections while understanding the intricate connections between pathogens, patients and the broader community. They are also lifelong learners, constantly adapting to new discoveries, emerging diseases and the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance. In ID, the learning never stops, and the potential to make a lasting impact is vast.  

The exciting field of ID offers a variety of paths, including careers in patient care, public health, epidemiology, education, research, pharmacy, microbiology, industry and advanced practice medicine.