Merritt Hawkins, the nation’s leading academic physician search firm, invites you to consider an opportunity to join a growing Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology in the Department of Pediatrics at a large academic medical center in Texas. We are seeking a board certified or eligible Pediatric Gastroenterologist for a full-time faculty role with the opportunity to teach and conduct research should you have interest in advancing your academic career.
 
Highlights:

• An established Pediatric GI division that boasts growing Pediatric Liver Transplant & Intestinal Rehabilitation Programs.
• Option to treat pre- and post-operative transplant hepatology patients alongside two experienced pediatric hepatologists.
• Enjoy a dedicated Pediatric GI clinic that is fully staffed with pediatric anesthesiologists, dieticians, social workers, transplant coordinators, and nurse practitioners.
• Opportunity to be involved in teaching medical students and residents. There are plans to start a Pediatric GI fellowship and there is an opening for the Director role.
• Collaborate with world-class Pediatricians and Pediatric sub-specialists in their 100+ member department.
• Enjoy protected academic time for administrative duties and scholarly activities, as well as full support for professional development.
• There are a number of basic and clinical research opportunities across the university and in collaboration with the Texas Liver Institute.
• Excellent salary and comprehensive university benefits package including relocation assistance.
• Texas living—among the Top Ten Largest Cities in the U.S.

In addition to a fantastic professional opportunity, this position allows you to live and work in one of the largest and most diverse cities in the country. You’ll enjoy a vibrant downtown area where modern skyscrapers intermingle with historic sites and live entertainment is available all year. A favorable climate allows you to take advantage of the scenic Texas Hill Country, gorgeous lakes, and challenging golf-courses year-round. These advantages are accompanied by a strong economy, professional sporting events, no state income tax, and a low cost of living.