Open Rank (Cardiology)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Department:

Medicine - Cardiology - 411405

08/29/2024

Yes

Permanent Faculty

Open Rank (Cardiology)

Open Rank

FAC0005205

Full-Time Permanent

40

1

North Carolina, US

11/01/2024

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.

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.

The Division of Cardiology, at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Data Scientist for an Open Rank, Fixed-Term, Tenure or Tenure Track or Variable Track Faculty appointment. The position will be full time and responsibilities will include ability to conduct independent research, collaborate with other faculty and serve as a mentor to cardiology fellows.

Training and expertise in clinical psychology with an interest in, and licensing for, seeing patients in clinic who could benefit from talking to a health psychologist is a plus. The ability to help build services around patient education and engagement is also a plus.

The expectation is that at least 80% of time will be spent on research with up to 20% of time spent on clinical activities. Applicants are expected to have a track record of being funded, or to have the strong potential to compete for external funding. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills are essential. A demonstrated track record of developing collaborative working relationships is required. A national profile is also a plus.

Position rank and track (fixed term vs. tenure track vs. variable track) is dependent upon applicant qualifications and experience.

MS, MA, MD or PhD degree.

Track record in publishing original research and ability to handle large databases.

Clinical Psychology licensure; experience in cardiovascular behavior medicine; ability to obtain external research funding.

Not Applicable.