Surgical Oncology Division Chief

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OUR VISION
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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.

The Department of Surgery at The University of North Carolina is seeking a dynamic and experienced surgeon to serve as Division Chief of Surgical Oncology. This is a leadership opportunity for a highly skilled surgical oncologist to advance patient care, education, and research within a collaborative and innovative environment at one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. This is an Open Rank, Open Track, 0.5 FTE to 1.0 FTE Academic appointment that will be offered commensurate with the candidate's experience. The faculty member will be expected to perform both clinical and research duties, along with the academic responsibilities of an educational institution.

The Chief will provide visionary leadership to the 14 faculty members in the division, fostering excellence in clinical care, education, and research. This role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team that delivers advanced oncologic care, including complex surgical procedures and innovative treatments. The successful candidate will be expected to enhance educational initiatives, mentor faculty and trainees, and contribute to the development of future surgical oncologists. Additionally, they will drive research initiatives, encourage collaboration across disciplines, and secure external funding to advance the field of surgical oncology. The Division Chief will also manage divisional resources, promote faculty development, and ensure alignment with the strategic goals of the Department of Surgery, UNC School of Medicine and UNC Health. The Surgical Oncology Division plays a critical role in delivering state-of-the-art cancer care, supported by robust collaborations with the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the UNC Health Cancer Service Line.

Candidates must possess an MD or equivalent degree with board certification in General Surgery and fellowship training in Surgical Oncology (or similar related field) or a demonstrated practice dedicated to cancer care. They must be eligible for licensure in the State of North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have a record of academic excellence with significant contributions to clinical, educational, and research programs. They should demonstrate leadership experience with a collaborative and inclusive management style.

The successful applicant will have primary focus in pancreatic, endocrine, and/or melanoma surgery.

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.

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.