Research Instructor
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Pediatrics-Infectious Disease - 412017

Posting Open Date:

09/27/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Research Instructor

Appointment Type:

Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005267

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:

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 Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina is seeking a full-time, fixed term Research Instructor to expand the division's research and clinical efforts. The responsibilities of this position will be shared between research (75%) and clinical (25%) commitments. The candidate will be able to independently run a research program, including experimental planning and execution, result documentation, and data analysis. The candidate will be available to supervise undergraduate and graduate researchers. The candidate will also provide coverage of our Peds ID consult service as needed. Preference will be given to candidates with independent funding and a long-term interest in research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

MD or MD/PhD, completion of pediatric infectious diseases fellowship, focus on research and ability to provide inpatient and outpatient attending coverage.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Experience in grant submissions preferred as well as a long-term interest in research.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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