UNC Gynecologic Oncologist and Clinician Scientist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Posting Information


Department OBGYN-GYN Oncology - 412430
Posting Open Date 01/05/2024
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title UNC Gynecologic Oncologist and Clinician Scientist
Appointment Type Open Rank
Vacancy ID FAC0004906
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2024

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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 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gynecologic Oncologist and Clinician Scientist interested in a career in academic medicine. This is a full-time, tenure track or variable track faculty position. The appointment rank and track will be commensurate with the chosen candidate’s experience and qualifications. Responsibilities for this position include comprehensive care of patients (outpatient, inpatient and surgery), education of medical students, residents, and fellows, and participation in the division’s research mission. Patients include women with gynecologic cancers, cervical and vulvar dysplasia, and those with increased risk of developing gynecologic malignancies and benign complex gynecologic pathologies. The UNC Division of Gynecologic Oncology currently consists of 9 physicians, 3 advanced practice providers, 1 nurse clinician, 6 nurse navigators, and 6 fellows in training. Our Division members provide patient care at Rex Hospital (Raleigh, NC), Cone Hospital (Greensboro, NC), and UNC Hospitals (Chapel Hill, NC). The clinical assignment of this faculty will be at UNC Hospital with a second assignment at either REX Hospital or Cone Health Hospital, but not all three. This position will share night and weekend call with other providers. 
We are seeking a faculty member with a record of excellence as a clinician as well as a clinician scientist. The candidate should ideally have a strong background and interest in basic science, clinical and/or translational research. Evidence of independent funding or a research program with the promise of funding is preferred. The ideal candidate displays interest and aptitude for team-based science, with excellent communication and writing skills. This faculty recruit would be joining our Division of Research with members active in translational research, epidemiology and clinical trial development and management. In addition, they would be supported by the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Gillings School of Global Public Health.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Completion of a 4-year ACGME residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology and an ABOG approved 3-year fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology are required, in addition to experience working as a gynecologic oncologist in an academic setting.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Not applicable.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
To apply electronically, go to https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/272189 . Please upload a cover letter describing your experience and interest in this position, an updated Curriculum Vitae, and a list of four professional references. The cover letter should be addressed to:
John Boggess, MD
Professor & Search Committee Chair, UNC Department of OB-GYN
Division Director of Gynecologic Oncology
3009 Old Clinic Bldg./CB# 7570
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7570
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/272189

Department Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title John Boggess, MD, Professor, Search Committee Chair, Division Director of Gynecologic Oncology
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
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 [email protected].
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 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.

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