Assistant Professor Clinical Practice, Pediatric Endocrinology in Galveston, Texas at University of Texas Medical Branch

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) John Sealy School of Medicine in Galveston is seeking a full-time Pediatric Endocrinologist at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a unique opportunity to join a nationally recognized academic health system and a collaborative team of clinicians and researchers.

This position offers the opportunity to engage in clinical care, contribute to the education of pediatric residents and medical students, and develop a productive funded research program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This full-time academic role combines clinical care, teaching and research within a collaborative health system. The successful candidate will:

• Join a multidisciplinary team to support the institutional clinical, educational and research missions.
• Provide comprehensive pediatric endocrinology care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Participate in the development of a clinical and/or basic research program within the Division of Endocrinology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an LCME or COCA accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• Board Certification or Eligibility in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted State of Texas Physician License.
• Current U.S. DEA Practitioner registration.
• U.S. Citizenship or Employment Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care and medical education.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical and/or basic science research.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior academic experience in resident and medical student education.
• Demonstrated research experience and productivity.

SALARY:

Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.