Clinical Assistant Professor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Med-Nephrology - 411470

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Clinical Assistant Professor

Appointment Type:

Faculty

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005202

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

07/01/2025

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 UNC Division of Nephrology and Hypertension within the Department of Medicine invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor position with a focus on general nephrology and palliative care. Clinical opportunities include inpatient and outpatient general nephrology, inpatient and outpatient palliative care, and combined nephrology-palliative care.

Candidates must hold an M.D. degree and be board-certified/board-eligible in Nephrology and Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine. The selected faculty member will play a pivotal role in outpatient dialysis and general nephrology clinics, as well as inpatient nephrology services. Responsibilities will include overseeing and teaching fellows, residents, and medical students in the comprehensive management of patients with acute and chronic kidney disease. They will provide supervision for procedures such as dialysis catheter placement, kidney biopsy, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous dialysis procedures.

In addition to nephrology-focused clinical care, the selected candidate will provide palliative care-focused services including inpatient and outpatient palliative and hospice care. The selected faculty member will also have the opportunity to provide care to individuals requiring both nephrology and palliative care expertise and will help build and lead a growing joint nephrology palliative care program.

This position offers a unique opportunity to integrate expertise across nephrology and palliative care, contributing to both patient care and the academic mission of UNC's Division of Nephrology and Hypertension.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Candidates must hold an M.D. degree and be board-certified/board-eligible in Nephrology and Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Care of patients with chronic kidney disease and palliative care, especially those with end-stage renal disease. Inpatient and emergency room nephrology consultation, including hemodialysis and continuous dialysis procedures.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions:

Apply online at: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/287148

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