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About the Department of Internal Medicine

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) stands at an exciting crossroads of growth and transformation. As we continue Moving Medicine Forward, our focus is on advancing our tripartite mission – delivering high-value care, driving research, innovation, and cultivating excellence in medical education.

Our team is redefining what it means to deliver care in an academic setting – where access efficiency, discovery, and quality outcomes go hand in hand. We are investing in people, processes, and technology to create an environment where collaboration thrives, and every role contributes to advancing medicine.

With more than 140 faculty and 46 Advanced Practice Providers – and growing – the Department of Medicine is committed to fostering excellence across all mission areas. We are seeking faculty who share our passion for innovation, value the power of collaboration, and want to be apart of shaping the future of healthcare at UTMB.

About the Division of Endocrinology

The Division of Endocrinology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is a thriving program withing the Department of Medicine, committed to advancing excellence in patient care, research, and education. The Division includes more than a dozen faculty and Advanced Practice Providers who deliver comprehensive endocrine care across UTMB’s four hospitals – Galveston, League City, Clear Lake, and Angleton Danbury.

Faculty provide the full spectrum of endocrine services, including diabetes management, pituitary and adrenal disorders, metabolic bone disease, and thyroid disease. The Division maintains a strong referral base and works collaboratively across specialties to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.

A major area of focus for the coming years is expanding UTMB’s thyroid program, including the development of a comprehensive thyroid nodule and cancer service that combines clinical excellence, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative diagnostic approaches.

Our ACGME-accredited Endocrinology Fellowship Program trains 6 fellows across 2 years, offering a broad and rigorous curriculum supported by committed faculty mentors and diverse clinical experiences. The Division also plays an active role in medical student and resident education, contributing meaningfully to the academic mission of the institution.

Position Summary

UTMB is seeking a full-time physician at the rank of Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice within the Division of Endocrinology. This position emphasizes excellence in clinical care, active participation in teaching, and engagement in the academic mission of the department. The successful candidate will join a team of dedicated faculty focused on providing exceptional endocrinology care, advancing clinical education, and contributing to scholarly and quality improvement activities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and/or outpatient endocrinology care, including the management of diabetes, thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, and metabolic disorders.
• Supervise and teach medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical and didactic settings.
• Participate in departmental and divisional quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and care coordination.
• Contribute to curriculum development, clinical training, and academic programming.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with UTMB policies.
• Participate in departmental and divisional meetings, faculty development activities, and other academic initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certified or board eligible in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an academic medical center or teaching environment.
• Demonstrated involvement in scholarly activity, clinical research, or quality improvement projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Join Our Team

We seek clinician-educators and physician-scientists who are passionate about patient care, teaching, and research to join the Division of Endocrinology as we continue moving medicine forward.

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.