Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice, Internal Medicine-Nephrology

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice, Internal Medicine-Nephrology Galveston, Texas, United States Faculty UTMB Health Requisition # 2505319 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.

The Division of Nephrology at UTMB is a dynamic academic division dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and research. The Division is expanding its clinical and research footprint to meet the growing needs of our patients and community.

With 16 faculty and 5
fellows , the Division provides comprehensive care across the full spectrum of kidney diseases, including chronic kidney disease management, dialysis services, and kidney transplantation. Faculty practice across UTMB’s four campuses – Galveston, League City, Clear Lake, and Angleton Danbury – and collaborate closely with colleagues in internal medicine, critical care, and surgery to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.

Our Nephrology Fellowship Program offers robust clinical and research training, emphasizing the development of future leaders in nephrology. In addition, the Division offers an Interventional Nephrology Fellowship Program, providing advanced training in dialysis access management, kidney biopsy, and interventional procedures that support comprehensive kidney care. Fellows benefit from a diverse clinical environment, cutting-edge procedural experience, and mentorship by experienced faculty dedicated to education and innovation.

The Division is also actively engaged in translational and clinical research, with growing efforts focused on improving outcomes for patients with chronic kidney disease and transplant recipients. Collaborations extend across departments and research institutes, creating opportunities for meaningful discovery and innovation.

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is seeking a full-time physician at the rank of Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice within the Division of Nephrology , specializing in Interventional Nephrology . This faculty position offers an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to advancing nephrology care, education, and innovation across UTMB’s growing health system.

This faculty position will provide high-quality procedural and clinical care, actively participate in teaching and supervision of medical trainees, and contribute to the division’s academic and quality improvement initiatives.

The Division of Nephrology is expanding its interventional nephrology program to enhance access and efficiency of patient care. The new faculty member will support procedural coverage at the Estelle Unit near Huntsville , while maintaining a significant clinical and procedural presence at the League City Campus (LCC) and Galveston hospitals .

• Provide interventional nephrology services, including but not limited to:
• Dialysis access evaluation, placement, and maintenance (fistulograms, thrombectomies, catheter placements/removals).
• Central venous access procedures and ultrasound-guided interventions.
• Kidney-related diagnostic procedures and vascular access management.
• Deliver inpatient and/or…