Open Rank: Cardio-Oncologist

About the job

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Department of Medicine at the University of Chapel Hill invites applications for an open rank faculty research position in the Division of Cardiology. The successful candidate will be expected to develop successful research programs in cardiovascular biology, clinical research, biomedical engineering or epidemiology. The successful candidate will have an appointment in the McAllister Heart Institute, which is the premier institution at UNC for cardiovascular research.

The faculty member will be involved in hands-on laboratory work and manuscript/grant preparation. This faculty member will be expected to form working collaborations with other research entities at UNC and elsewhere. Among possibilities at UNC are world renowned Pharmacology, Cell Biology and Physiology, Genetics, Pharmacology, Pathology and Chemistry departments. In addition, the School of Public Health is one of the best in the nation and UNC and North Carolina State University have a joint Biomedical Engineering Department that has been very successful.

This faculty member will be expected to teach and/or perform clinical cardiology services. The amount and type of clinical duties will be dependent upon the candidate. Position rank and track (fixed term vs. tenure track vs. variable track) is dependent upon applicant qualifications and experience.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Candidates must have an M.D. and be board certified/board eligible in cardiovascular medicine.

Ph.D. or MPH is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated ability to establish and lead an independent, externally funded research program.

Strong record of basic, clinical, epidemiologic, and/or translational research, evidenced by publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.

Proven success in obtaining extramural research funding.

Experience supervising and mentoring research staff, trainees, and/or faculty.

Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.