Distinguished Professor and Chair - Neurosurgery

About the role

The University of North Carolina (UNC) seeks a nationally recognized academic leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished neurosurgeon with exceptional clinical expertise, a strong record in education and research, and proven leadership skills to inspire, mentor, and develop faculty and staff while advancing the department’s growth and global reputation.

Responsibilities

• Foster collaborative clinical programs
• Innovate in education
• Develop research enterprise
• Build teams
• Engage with the community

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: M.D./D.O. degree with board certification in Neurological Surgery
• Ability to secure a North Carolina medical license

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Chosen candidate will possess a distinguished record of research accomplishment, a strong commitment to clinical excellence, education and diversity, and clear demonstration of the qualities needed to lead and manage a distinguished public academic department.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

N/A

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Contact Information

Department Contact: Jayne Ashby / Jaketa Anderson
Email: jayne_ashby@med.unc.edu / jaketa.anderson@unchealth.unc.edu

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.