Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice, Internal Medicine Infectious Diseases

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. 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 Infectious Diseases
The Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is a dynamic and growing program within the Department of Medicine, dedicated to excellence in patient care, research, and education. The Division includes a diverse team of faculty and Advanced Practice Providers who deliver high-quality infectious disease care across UTMB’s four hospitals – Galveston, League City, Clear Lake, and Angleton Danbury.

Faculty provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for a broad range of infectious conditions, including HIV, hepatitis, tuberculosis, transplant-related infections, and complex antimicrobial management. The Division also offers consultative services for infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship, ensuring safe and effective care across the institution.

The Division is deeply engaged in advancing infectious disease research and education, with active participation in clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and global health initiatives. A key focus moving forward is expanding UTMB’s infectious disease programs through multidisciplinary collaboration, innovative clinical models, and continued excellence in teaching and mentorship.

Our ACGME-accredited Infectious Disease Fellowship Program trains six fellows across two years, offering a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum supported by dedicated faculty mentors and diverse clinical experiences. The Division also plays an active role in medical student and resident education, contributing meaningfully to UTMB’s academic and training missions.

Position Summary

UTMB is seeking a full-time physician at the rank of Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice and will serve as an Associate Medical Director of the Biocontainment Unit (BCU) within the Division of Infectious Disease. This position emphasizes high-quality clinical care, active participation in teaching, and engagement in the academic mission of the department. The successful candidate will join a team of faculty dedicated to delivering exceptional infectious disease care, advancing clinical education, and participating in scholarly and quality improvement initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient and/or inpatient care for patients with infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, transplant-related infections, hospital-acquired infections, and emerging infectious diseases.
• Serve as Associate Medical Director of the Biocontainment Unit (BCU).
• Develop, implement, and maintain protocols for the care of patients critically ill with special pathogens.
• Contribute to educational materials and activities to assure readiness of the BCU clinical team.
• Participate in NETEC workgroups and planning activities.
• Coordinate with other services and entities within and outside of UTMB, including public health agencies, to assure ongoing preparedness to provide clinical care.
• Engage in research activities that contribute to preparedness for high-consequence infectious diseases.
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship programs and infection prevention initiatives.
• Supervise and teach medical students, residents, and fellows in both clinical and didactic infectious disease settings.
• Participate in departmental and divisional quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives.

Additional Clinical and Administrative Responsibilities

• Contribute to and develop policies and procedures for clinical care in a containment setting.
• Consult with care teams at other facilities to provide guidance when a high-consequence infectious disease is suspected.
• Develop and lead trainings for UTMB and external staff based on subject matter expertise.
• Coordinate with internal partners such as incident command and infection control during admission of a patient.
• Coordinate with external partners (e.g., EMS, public health) to ensure readiness to identify and transport a patient.
• Oversee BCU activities, including identification of needed specialists and recruitment of new physician team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease.
• 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, quality improvement projects, or curriculum development in infectious disease.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Join Our Team

We invite clinician-educators, clinician-scientists, and physician leaders who share our commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration to join the Division of Infectious Disease 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.