Professor of Clinical Practice, Pediatric Neonatology

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) John Sealy School of Medicine in Galveston is seeking a full‑time Pediatric Neonatology Division Director at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. This is a unique opportunity to join a nationally recognized academic health system and a collaborative team of clinicians dedicated to advancing care for children. This position offers the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment, contribute to the education of pediatric residents and medical students, and engage in meaningful clinical care across UTMB’s Galveston Island, Clear Lake, and Angleton campuses. Primary Responsibilities Oversee the Division of Neonatology at UTMB. Support faculty development and recruitment. Ensure continuity of care and coverage during leadership transition. Lead the Level IV Galveston NICU. Promote nursery certification efforts and drive strategic upgrades: establish a Level III NICU at Clear Lake Hospital and a Level II Nursery at Angleton‑Danbury Hospital. Maintain alignment with institutional priorities. Advance key initiatives in neonatal care and research, fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in clinical outcomes. Position Overview Provide comprehensive pediatric neonatology care across inpatient and outpatient settings. Lead a multidisciplinary team to support the division’s clinical, research, and educational missions. Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows. Provide administrative oversight and leadership to a large neonatology program with multiple clinical sites. Qualifications Required M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school. Completion of an ACGME‑accredited Pediatric Residency Program and Pediatric Neonatology Fellowship. Board Certification in Pediatric Neonatology. Ability to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license. U.S. Citizenship or Employment Authorization to work in the U.S. Demonstrated commitment to patient care, research, and medical education. Preferred Ten years of clinical experience. Prior academic experience in resident, medical student, and fellowship education. Robust record of research and publication. Income Package Salary will be commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, and experience, and includes an RVU‑based bonus program. UTMB offers a superior benefits package, including an excellent retirement program and a relocation allowance. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UTMB Faculty Group Practice