Pulmonology Physician - Clinical Director of NTM (Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria) Innovation Center | UT Texas at Tyler School of Medicine

UT Health East Texas

About The Position

The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled physician with expertise in non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) to join our growing faculty. UT Tyler is a nationally recognized Bronchiectasis and NTM Center and an integral member of the Bronchiectasis and NTM Care Center Network, as designated by the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association and the COPD Foundation. This position is ideally suited for a board-certified or board-eligible physician in Pulmonary Critical Care or Infectious Diseases with a strong clinical and/or research background in NTM diseases. The selected candidate will serve as the Clinical Director of the UT Tyler NTM (non-tuberculous mycobacteria) Center for Innovation and provide outpatient consultation for patients with NTM and bronchiectasis. This role offers the opportunity to lead and shape a multidisciplinary program focused on advancing diagnosis, treatment, and scientific understanding of NTM infections while delivering outstanding patient care.

Requirements

Medical Degree (MD, DO, or equivalent)
Board certification or eligibility in Pulmonary Critical Care or Infectious Diseases
Demonstrated clinical experience and expertise in managing NTM diseases
Strong interest and/or proven track record in NTM research, including publications or funded projects
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaborative skills

Nice To Haves

Prior involvement in establishing or leading NTM-focused clinical or research programs
Experience with advanced diagnostic methods and susceptibility testing for mycobacteria
Familiarity with clinical trial design and implementation
Engagement with national or international NTM or mycobacterial organizations

Responsibilities

Provide expert consultation and management of patients with NTM diseases, including pulmonary and extrapulmonary infections
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including pulmonologists, infectious disease specialists, radiologists, and clinical microbiologists, to ensure comprehensive care
Lead and support the development of specialized NTM clinical programs and patient care protocols
Conduct and support clinical and/or translational research focused on NTM diseases, including epidemiology, pathogenesis, antimicrobial susceptibility, and treatment outcomes
Mentor and teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals
Present findings at national and international conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Collaborate with laboratory teams to optimize diagnostic and susceptibility testing for NTM isolates
Partner with hospital administration and other stakeholders to develop and expand NTM-related services
Engage with patient advocacy groups and contribute to public health initiatives addressing mycobacterial diseases