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The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) John Sealy School of Medicine in Galveston is seeking a full-time General Pediatric Clinician Educator at the rank of Assistant, 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 Regional Women Services and Pediatrics (RWSP) clinics across the Houston area. Primary clinical responsibilities include providing coverage in general pediatric and supporting the Houston Region for the Regional Women Services and Pediatrics (RWSP) clinics by providing essential prescriptive authority and clinical oversight for the Pediatrics APPs serving the surrounding clinics. The South Houston region offers a unique combination of urban convenience, coastal living, and rich history just a short drive from Houston. The South Houston region is a diverse, industrial city with affordable housing and close proximity to major highways, making it ideal for professionals seeking easy access to Houston’s medical and business centers. This area provides affordable living options, strong community ties, and access to quality healthcare facilities, making them attractive places for healthcare professionals looking to build a career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle near the Gulf Coast. The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is a nationally recognized academic health center with a proud history of advancing education, research, and patient care. Established in 1891 as the first medical school in Texas, UTMB has grown into a $3.6 billion health science center that includes five hospitals, a robust network of outpatient clinics, and four schools — Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, and Graduate Biomedical Sciences. UTMB is home to more than 10 research centers, three institutes, and the Galveston National Laboratory — one of only two university-based BSL-4 labs in the nation. Ranked 54th nationally in NIH funding, the institution has increased research funding by 20% over the past five years. UTMB has been recognized as a top performer in Vizient’s 2025 Bernard A. Birnbaum Quality and Accountability Awards for Pediatric Hospital Services, ranking 7th out of 98 medical centers measured nationwide. UTMB offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to contribute to an innovative, mission-driven environment with a lasting impact on the health of Texas and beyond.