Open Rank Neonatologist-Scientist

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - 412013 Posting Open Date 11/02/2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Position Type Permanent Faculty Working Title Open Rank Neonatologist-Scientist Appointment Type Open Rank Vacancy ID FAC0006192 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 07/01/2027

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

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

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) / UNC Children's is seeking an individual for a 1.0 FTE, Open Rank, Open Track (tenure/tenure track, variable track, and/or fixed term), neonatologist-scientist faculty position in the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine to provide clinical care and contribute to our other missions. Rank and salary will be commensurate with training, experience, and academic accomplishments.

UNC Children's is part of a quaternary care medical center with a 74-bed multidisciplinary Neonatal Critical Care Center (NCCC) that admits over 1,200 patients per year and supports active pediatric general surgery, pediatric cardiothoracic surgery, newborn airway programs, as well as being the referral center for all of North Carolina. The Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine currently consists of 20 faculty members and 7 fellows who are part of a fully accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship Program. NIH-funded research projects include the ELGAN-ECHO Study and participation in the NICHD Global Health Network, the Neonatal Research Network, the Pediatric Trials Network, and investigation focused on neonatal intestinal inflammation.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will be board certified/board eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine with training and experience in clinical neonatology.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

This full-time faculty position will be committed to a research-intensive career, patient care, and contribute to our academic missions of research and medical education. Rank and salary will be commensurate with training, experience, and academic accomplishments.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/327938

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Courtney Lineman, HR Consultant Department Contact Telephone or Email Courtney_Lineman@med.unc.edu 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 (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.

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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• List of References

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest degree?

• PhD

• MD

• PharmD

• DDS

• DVM

• JD

• MLS/MIS

• Masters

• Other

• • Describe your experience designing, developing, and leading independent research projects.

(Open Ended Question)