Academic Nephrologist - Teaching & Research Focus

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX, is seeking a full-time nephrologist to join the Division of Nephrology. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, active teaching, and engagement in the academic mission of the department.

The successful candidate will join faculty dedicated to nephrology care across UTMB campuses and participate in education, research, and clinical excellence while collaborating with internal medicine, critical care, and surgery teams.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to teaching and scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and/or outpatient nephrology care, including management of chronic kidney disease, dialysis, and related conditions.
• Supervise and teach medical students, residents, and fellows in both clinical and didactic settings.
• Participate in departmental and divisional quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and care coordination.
• Contribute to curriculum development, clinical training, and academic programming.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR in accordance with UTMB policies.
• Participate in departmental and divisional meetings, faculty development sessions, and other academic activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX, is seeking a full-time nephrologist to join the Division of Nephrology. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, active teaching, and engagement in the academic mission of the department.

The successful candidate will join faculty dedicated to nephrology care across UTMB campuses and participate in education, research, and clinical excellence while collaborating with internal medicine, critical care, and surgery teams.