Division Chief of Rheumatology
Association of American Medical Colleges, Galveston, TX, United States
Division Chief of Rheumatology
John Sealy School of Medicine – University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is a $3.5 billion academic health center founded in 1891. With $168 million in sponsored research, UTMB ranks 52nd nationally in NIH funding. The institution operates four hospital campuses and over 90 clinics serving a population exceeding 1.8 million in Southeast Texas.
The Department of Internal Medicine at UTMB is the largest within the John Sealy School of Medicine and includes divisions such as Allergy, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, General Medicine, Geriatrics, Infectious Disease, Oncology, Nephrology, Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Rheumatology. It runs a categorical Internal Medicine residency program and a unique Aerospace/Internal Medicine residency in partnership with NASA.
The Department seeks a Division Chief of Rheumatology to lead a clinical and academic division serving Southeast Texas through UTMB's multi‑campus health system. The successful candidate will oversee clinical operations across multiple sites, direct an ACGME‑accredited fellowship program, develop the division's research portfolio, and collaborate with departmental leadership to advance patient care, education, and investigation.
The Division Chief reports to Dr. Salim Hayek, Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine, and works closely with hospital leadership, fellow division chiefs, and interdisciplinary colleagues to position the division as a regional referral center for rheumatic diseases and autoimmune disorders.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership – lead, develop, recruit, and improve clinical programs.
Educational Leadership – oversee and foster fellowship and training programs.
Research and Scholarship – develop and sustain a robust research portfolio.
Administrative and Strategic – participate in strategic planning and administrative governance.
Required Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology (American Board of Internal Medicine or equivalent).
Eligibility for medical licensure in Texas.
Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor at an accredited medical school, or qualifications consistent with appointment at this level at UTMB.
Demonstrated leadership experience in clinical program development, education, or research.
Track record of effective collaboration with administrative, clinical, and academic colleagues.
Income Package
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and educational background. UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance, and other potential incentives.
Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas
Information about living in the South Houston and Galveston service area can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/
Contact
Skott Harrington - saharrin@utmb.edu
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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John Sealy School of Medicine – University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is a $3.5 billion academic health center founded in 1891. With $168 million in sponsored research, UTMB ranks 52nd nationally in NIH funding. The institution operates four hospital campuses and over 90 clinics serving a population exceeding 1.8 million in Southeast Texas.
The Department of Internal Medicine at UTMB is the largest within the John Sealy School of Medicine and includes divisions such as Allergy, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, General Medicine, Geriatrics, Infectious Disease, Oncology, Nephrology, Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Rheumatology. It runs a categorical Internal Medicine residency program and a unique Aerospace/Internal Medicine residency in partnership with NASA.
The Department seeks a Division Chief of Rheumatology to lead a clinical and academic division serving Southeast Texas through UTMB's multi‑campus health system. The successful candidate will oversee clinical operations across multiple sites, direct an ACGME‑accredited fellowship program, develop the division's research portfolio, and collaborate with departmental leadership to advance patient care, education, and investigation.
The Division Chief reports to Dr. Salim Hayek, Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine, and works closely with hospital leadership, fellow division chiefs, and interdisciplinary colleagues to position the division as a regional referral center for rheumatic diseases and autoimmune disorders.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership – lead, develop, recruit, and improve clinical programs.
Educational Leadership – oversee and foster fellowship and training programs.
Research and Scholarship – develop and sustain a robust research portfolio.
Administrative and Strategic – participate in strategic planning and administrative governance.
Required Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology (American Board of Internal Medicine or equivalent).
Eligibility for medical licensure in Texas.
Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor at an accredited medical school, or qualifications consistent with appointment at this level at UTMB.
Demonstrated leadership experience in clinical program development, education, or research.
Track record of effective collaboration with administrative, clinical, and academic colleagues.
Income Package
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and educational background. UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance, and other potential incentives.
Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas
Information about living in the South Houston and Galveston service area can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/
Contact
Skott Harrington - saharrin@utmb.edu
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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