Addictions Medicine - Physician - Clinical Research

Company: Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Addictions Medicine - Physician - Clinical Research at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin summary: Academic clinician-investigator in Addiction Medicine to provide clinical care, teach, mentor, and lead health services research including grant development, publication, and dissemination. Requires MD/DO, board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine, licensure in Texas, and eligibility for assistant professor or higher; preferred qualifications include NIH funding, fellowship training, and experience with HIV/LGBTQ research and Spanish language skills. Position offers competitive compensation, benefits, relocation assistance, and opportunities for professional growth at a university medical school in Austin, TX. About The Clinician Investigator for Addiction Medicine Position The Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an exceptional physician to join the Department of Internal Medicine as a clinician-investigator for Addiction Medicine who is committed to providing healthcare services to patients in need of addiction and/or substance use related care. What You'll Do: Participate in health services research, including the development of grant proposals, conduction of health services research, and dissemination of new learning and innovations. Provide high-quality clinical care and clinical teaching. Mentor or collaborate with other researchers or researchers in training, including graduate students. Under dissemination of research findings: publish work in high-impact journals. present work at national and international meetings, work with care providers and health care delivery networks to implement research in practice. Qualifications Required: The selected candidate must have an M.D./D.O., be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine and must have completed specialty training in Addiction Medicine and/or be board certified or board eligible in Addiction specialty Unrestricted license (or ability to obtain within 90 days of appointment) to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Eligible for appointment as an Assistant Professor or above. Commitment to an academic career, teaching and research Qualifications Preferred: HIV, LGBTQ, and/or sexual health research or clinical experience Successful candidates will have independent NIH-funding or other independent research funding Fellowship training and/or experience in health services/additional medicine research. Evidence of scholarly productivity, including prior national research presentations and publications. Bilingual in Spanish Ready to Make an Impact? If you are a highly motivated and skilled Clinician-investigator for Addiction Medicine eager to contribute to a forward-thinking institution, we encourage you to apply! Live in Austin a Vibrant, Lively, University City. Known for its excellent schools, lively music scene, superb cuisine, and international festivals such as South by Southwest. The city typically ranks among the country’s best places to live. Nearby lakes and rivers as well as the beautiful adjacent Texas Hill Country provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Why Join Our Team We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school. Competitive Base & Relocation Assistance Appealing benefits offering 100% employer paid Options– PPO Medical Plan & Prescription Drug Coverage, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Malpractice Desirable Optional Coverages – Vision, Dental, FSA, VGTL, and STD/LTD Alluring Retirement Plan Options – TRS & ORP Compelling Work/Life Balance – PTO, Sick Time, Holidays, Comp Time, CME, Wellness Time, Onsite Campus Childcare, and much more Exciting Opportunity for Professional Growth – Mentorship, Development & Merit Increases Keywords: Addiction Medicine, clinician investigator, health services research, internal medicine, grant writing, clinical teaching, substance use treatment, academic medicine, NIH funding, Spanish bilingual

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