Open Rank, Clinical Faculty Appointment - Rheumatologist

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX seeks a Rheumatologist (Open Rank) to join its academic faculty. The role involves delivering specialized rheumatologic care within a collaborative clinical-research environment and educating fellows, residents, and students.

The successful candidate will evaluate and manage patients, perform rheumatology procedures, and contribute to clinical studies while working with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• MD degree from an accredited medical school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas.
• Completion of residency in internal medicine with ABIM.
• Fellowship training in Rheumatology.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine or eligible with certification within 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management of rheumatology patients.
• Independently conduct new patient evaluations and follow-up care.
• Perform standard rheumatology procedures.
• Contribute to clinical research studies.

Skills

Clinical rheumatology

Teaching/education

Research participation

Education

MD degree

Texas medical license or eligibility

ABIM board certification in Internal Medicine

Rheumatology fellowship

Job description

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

Position Overview

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Rheumatologist (Open Rank) to join our academic faculty in Houston, Texas.

This position offers the opportunity to provide specialized rheumatologic care within a collaborative academic environment while contributing to clinical research and the education of fellows, residents, and students. The successful candidate will be responsible for the evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management of patients while working alongside multidisciplinary teams across MD Anderson.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical expertise in the evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management of patients within the specialty of Rheumatology.
• Independently conduct new patient evaluations, initiate appropriate referrals, and provide follow-up care.
• Perform clinical procedures appropriate to the delivery of standard rheumatologic care.
• Participate in the development of clinical research studies.
• Provide an appropriate teaching environment for fellows, residents, and students.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to support high-quality patient care.

Required Qualifications

• M.D. degree or equivalent from an accredited medical school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a physician in the State of Texas.
• Completion of residency training in an approved American residency program or equivalent.
• Application and acceptance by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
• Completion of fellowship training in an approved Rheumatology Fellowship Program or equivalent.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Rheumatology, or foreign equivalent, with board certification obtained within three years of employment.

Experience

Candidates should have at least two years of experience as an Instructor or five years of post-degree experience with any combination of time as a clinician, clinical scientist, or GME trainee.

This requirement is contingent upon review by the Department Chair and Section Chief. Candidates who do not meet the full experience requirements may still be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html