Pediatric Endocrinologist

East Tennessee State University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

J1 visa waiver candidates encouraged

Job summary

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in Johnson City, TN, is inviting applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in Pediatric Endocrinology. The role requires an MD/DO and completed Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship, with BC/BE at hire.

It is a non-tenure, clinical-track faculty position emphasizing teaching, patient care, and scholarly activity. Responsibilities include educating medical students and residents, providing inpatient and outpatient endocrine care, and contributing to

Qualifications

• MD/DO required; BC/BE in Pediatric Endocrinology at hire.
• Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship completed at hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical students and pediatric residents.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient pediatric endocrine care.
• Engage in academic activities and quality improvement.

Education

MD/DO

Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship

Job description

The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is expanding to add a fourth pediatric endocrinologist to an enthusiastic team supported by advanced practitioners, diabetes educators, a pediatric endocrine nurse and dietician.Since opening in 2015, the clinic has thrived by investing in the community to provide excellent clinical care, teach the next generation of providers, engage in meaningful research and quality improvement, and advocate for our patients.

The position is via a partnership with Ballad Health, the region’s health system encompassing 21 hospitals, of which Niswonger Children’s Hospital is the flagship pediatric institution for a catchment area of over 1 million people. We are the referral location for children requiring pediatric endocrine care in Northeast TN, Southwest VA, and portions of KY and WV.All pediatric endocrine care is focused at this one location (no satellite clinic travel). Inpatient endocrinology is a consult-only service supported by a strong intensivist and hospitalist team and pediatric residents.

• Established Pediatric Subspecialty Clinic representing 13 specialties in addition to a thriving outpatient patient base and pediatric hospital medicine program.
• 24-bed Pediatric Inpatient Unit staffed by 8 Pediatric Hospital Medicine physicians.
• 10-bed PICU
• Level III 44-bed NICU
• Friendly college community that is a great place to raise a family near the majestic Appalachian Highlands

Other Considerations for this Position:

• The position is at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Faculty rank commiserate with education and experience.
• Completion of child endocrinology fellowship is required at time of hire.
• This is a non-tenure, clinical track position.
• Academic responsibilities include teaching of medical students and pediatric residents as well as academic pursuits.
• Competitive salary and benefit package, contingent on external funding.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to teach medical students and residents.
• Ability to perform routine and customary care of the inpatient and outpatient pediatric endocrinology patients.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO
• Completion of Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship at time of hire.
• Must be BC/BE in Pediatric Endocrinology at time of hire.

Benefits and Compensation:

Job Family – Academic Faculty 4

• Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with prior experience.

*J1 visa waiver candidates are encouraged to apply.

Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

About the Region:

Nestled in the foothills of the scenic Appalachian Highlands, Johnson City, TN combines big city amenities, small town charm, and world class outdoor recreation with living costs well below the national average.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview:

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond.Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer:The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations

Job Info

• Job Identification 1136
• Job Category Faculty
• Posting Date 07/31/2026, 05:08 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1 Dogwood Ave, Johnson City, TN, 37604, US