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Company: University of North Carolina

Location: Polkton, NC 28135

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Posting Information

Posting Information

Department
Psychiatry - Research - 412250

Posting Open Date
08/21/2024

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Type
Permanent Faculty

Working Title
Open Rank

Appointment Type
Open Rank

Vacancy ID
FAC0005188

Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week
40

FTE
1

Position Location
North Carolina, US

Hiring Range
Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

Proposed Start Date
01/06/2025

Position Information

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

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 Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at chapel Hill invites applicants for an Open Rank, (Associate Professor rank or higher) faculty position. We are seeking a psychiatrist with an MD/DO or MD-PhD who is a physician-researcher with significant experience in successfully leading clinical trials in mood and anxiety disorders. The Department of Psychiatry (https://www.med.unc.edu/psych/) provides an outstanding environment for groundbreaking research, clinical care, career development and interface with colleagues and other units that perform basic, translational, and clinical research. The successful candidate will serve in a leadership role with the UNC Clinical Research Alliance (CRA). This individual must have direct experience conducting sponsored clinical research and experience with federal and/or industry research sponsors and regulatory agencies such as the FDA.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

The applicant must have an MD/DO or MD-PhD from an accredited college or university and should be Board Certified or Board Eligible. Evidence of excellence in teaching, and ability to obtain extramural funding for clinical trials, as well as strong oral and written communication skills are required. Experience with leading successful clinical trials in mood and anxiety disorders is also required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Candidates should have a strong record of scholarly productivity as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, fellowship awards and participation in national and international meetings.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/286785

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title
Ammie Senn, HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email


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 ([redacted] or send an email to [redacted].

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.

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