Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician Scientist
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.
Position Summary
The Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician Scientist. This position will be at the Open Rank on the tenure track or variable track and will place a strong emphasis on research activities focused on infectious diseases. Responsibilities will include preparation of clinically relevant publications and application and securing of grant funding. This candidate will be directly involved in the education of medical students and residents while providing outstanding patient care to the children at North Carolina Children's Hospital.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- MD or MD/PhD trained and Board Certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The ideal candidate will possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Preference will be shown for candidates with:
- considerable interest in research;
- extramural funding or potential to gain extramural funding.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
N/A
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
N/A
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.