Physician Allergy/Immunology - Competitive Salary

Job Description Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Allergy, Immunology & Asthma physician to join the growing Vanderbilt Lung Institute. This faculty position focuses on the care of patients with asthma and allergic diseases while expanding industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical research programs. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice in a highly collaborative academic environment with access to robust clinical and research infrastructure across Middle Tennessee. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care Provide high-quality outpatient care for patients with asthma and allergic/immunologic conditions Supervise and collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers Utilize onsite resources including full pulmonary function testing (PFTs) and comprehensive allergy testing Participate in consult-only inpatient service (no primary admitting) Research & Academic Focus Develop and grow an asthma-focused clinical trials portfolio, with protected research time Participate in industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated asthma research Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in asthma, chronic sinus disease, food allergy, and drug allergy Contribute to scholarly activity, academic publishing, and presentations Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and research staff Participate in Division and Department educational programs Schedule & Call Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm Call: Consult-only service approximately 8–12 weeks per year Clinical fellow provides first call Weekends/Nights: Consult service only FTE: 1.0 FTE preferred; consideration down to 0.7 FTE Telehealth: Included Practice Environment Locations: Vanderbilt Lung Institute – West End and satellite clinics Team: 10 physicians and 6 Advanced Practice Providers across 3 clinical sites Integrated Research Support: Clinical research coordinators Specimen processing, storage, and shipment Industry contract and budget development support Regulatory and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) infrastructure embedded within clinic space Qualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible in Allergy & Immunology BE/BC candidates in Pulmonary Medicine with asthma focus will be considered Demonstrated interest in an academic career centered on asthma Experience or strong interest in asthma clinical trials and outcomes research Excellent clinical acumen, communication skills, and collaborative approach Commitment to advancing patient care, education, and research in asthma and allergic disease Why Vanderbilt? Join a nationally and internationally recognized asthma program spanning the lifespan Collaborate with experts in severe asthma pathobiology, diagnosis, and management Capitalize on an established, scalable asthma clinical trials platform Practice within a top-tier academic medical center known for innovation, teamwork, and physician support Strong culture of mentorship, collaboration, and career development Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a CV and cover letter to: Elizabeth Hemping , Physician Recruiter Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vets/Disabled. International medical graduates must be ECFMG-certified, have completed a U.S.-based residency, passed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2, and be legally authorized to work in the United States.