What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Pulmonologist position at University of North Carolina?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Peds-Pulmonology - 412014
Posting Open Date
11 / 01 / 2024
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Position Type
Permanent Faculty
Working Title
Pediatric Pulmonologist
Appointment Type
Open Rank
Vacancy ID
FAC0005343
Full-time / Part-time
Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent on Experience and / or Qualifications
Proposed Start Date
07 / 01 / 2025
Position Information
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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
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research : We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
The Division of Pediatric Pulmonology and Division of Pulmonary Diseases and Critical Care at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are seeking an early career, medicine-pediatrics trained, clinical investigator to join highly productive academic programs and expand our research program examining pathogenesis of bronchiectasis and other suppurative lung diseases in children and adults. This is an open rank faculty position for all tracks, fixed term, tenured / tenure track, and / or variable track.
The candidate will work closely and collaborate with investigators at the Marsico Lung Institute and Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma and Lung Biology.
In addition, the candidate will provide transitional care for people with chronic lung diseases across the lifespan, and be central to development and oversight of a new Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit to accommodate the growing numbers of children with complex medical needs.
The Divisions offer an exceptionally collaborative environment for the care of people with various respiratory diseases, provided at the University of North Carolina Hospitals and other sites in the state. The chosen applicant will be involved in the educational mission, teaching pulmonology fellows, residents, medical and other graduate students, and participate in other scholarly activities.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
The position requires professional medical degree, completion of five-year advanced fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology and pulmonology and critical care medicine, American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Internal Medicine certification or eligibility in both subspecialties, and North Carolina license to practice medicine.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The preferred candidate will have demonstrated excellence in clinical care, teaching, and academic scholarship.
Special Physical / Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title
Thomas Ferkol
Department Contact Telephone or Email
thomas_ferkol@med.unc.edu
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
