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
This position will serve as Chief of the Division of Geriatrics and Director of the Center for Aging and Health. The Chief must be a leader in our robust academic practice and promote the development of expertise in research, medical education, complex clinical care, and quality and safety. The responsibilities of the Chief include a combination of administrative, clinical, research, and educational duties. We seek candidates with a proven track record of productivity in basic and translational research, clinical research and/or clinical trials. Favored candidates will possess creativity, passion for academic leadership, superior communication and interpersonal skills, and a clear demonstration of the qualities needed to manage a multifaceted academic division and center; and the ability to inspire confidence in their reasoning and decision‑making.
The Chief reports directly to the Chair of Medicine and works collaboratively with division chiefs across the department and with other senior leaders to carry out the intertwined missions of the Department of Medicine and UNC Health. Rank is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
MD Degree
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Board certification in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. The position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
- Administrative Summary (narrative of leadership, research, and educational accomplishments, including current work and future direction).
Department Contact
Melba Ribeiro, Director of Operations, Department of Medicine
Academic Personnel Office Contact
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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.
Benefits
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.
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