Division Director, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Division Director, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism The Department of Internal Medicine UTHealth Houston Houston, Texas The Opportunity

The Department of Internal Medicine at UTHealth Houston seeks an accomplished academic physician to serve as Division Director of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. The Director will provide strategic leadership for the division’s clinical, research, and educational missions while advancing its regional and national reputation. Key responsibilities include faculty recruitment and development, program expansion, research growth, and collaboration with institutional and health system partners.

UTHealth Houston is a comprehensive academic health science university, with a mission to educate health science professionals, discover and translate advances in the biomedical and social sciences, and model the best practices in clinical care and public health. UTHealth Houston comprises seven schools and several centers and institutes whose work aligns with the university's mission of education, research, and clinical care.

UTHealth Houston ranks in the top four universities in Texas in terms of total NIH funding, with $174.7 million awarded in 2025. Total research expenditures are greater than $430 million.

Located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, with over 1,000 medical students and over 1200 residents and fellows, McGovern Medical School is the ninth largest and most diverse medical school in the country. The School is affiliated with several inpatient hospitals and outpatient facilities, providing a broad range of clinical services. The primary teaching hospital, Memorial Hermann
- Texas Medical Center, was recently named the second top teaching hospital in the nation. The clinical practice of McGovern Medical School has more than 2,000 providers in more than 80 subspecialties and has 100+ locations and 1.8 million outpatient visits.

The Division delivers specialized endocrine care across eight clinical locations and major health system partners including Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center, Memorial Hermann TIRR, and Harris Health. The Division includes 11 faculty members, 4 full-time and 1 part-time staff physicians, 2 advanced practice providers, 5 Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists, and 6 fellows. Collectively, the division generates more than $12 million in clinical charges, $4.1 million in collections, and more than 68,000 work RVUs annually.

The Division Director will provide strategic leadership for the division’s clinical, research, and academic missions, oversight of outpatient clinics and inpatient consultation services across UT Physicians, Harris Health, and Memorial Hermann, foster and expand multidisciplinary collaborations across UTHealth Houston and affiliated health systems. In addition, the Director will recruit, mentor, and support the career development of faculty and fellows while fostering a strong academic environment.

The division maintains an ACGME-accredited Endocrinology Fellowship Program with six fellows and a strong commitment to trainee education and professional development. The Director will promote and grow clinical, translational, and basic science research within the division; and support medical student, resident, and fellow education.

In partnership with departmental leadership and the Director of Management Operations, the Director will oversee divisional finances, budgeting, and resource allocation while supporting the long‑term sustainability and growth of the division.

Houston is one of the most diverse and affordable major cities in the U.S., offering a vibrant arts scene, award‑winning restaurants, abundant green space, and top‑tier education and health care. Its cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for families, professionals, and entrepreneurs.

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