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Job description
Position Overview
Faculty position employed by the University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine, practicing in UT Health East Texas facilities. This position is for a Pulmonary and Infectious Disease physician with expertise in non‑tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) to serve as the Clinical Director of the UT Tyler NTM Center for Innovation and provide outpatient consultation for patients with NTM and bronchiectasis.
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine 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. The selected candidate will lead and shape a multidisciplinary program focused on advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and scientific understanding of NTM infections while delivering outstanding patient care.
Clinical Care
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
Research and Education
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
Program Development
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
Minimum Qualifications
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
Preferred Experience
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
Recruitment Package May Include
Base salary
wRVU production incentive
CME allowance
Sign‑on bonus
Medical debt assistance
Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
Relocation allowance
Residency stipend
Paid malpractice coverage
Health benefits
Retirement plan
Marketing and practice growth assistance
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including H‑1B or J‑1 waivers.
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Worksite address
tyler, TX, 75701, US
Who can apply
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