Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a visionary Chair for the Department of Emergency Medicine. This permanent faculty appointment combines leadership with clinical and academic duties in a leading medical school.

The chair will guide strategic direction, recruit and develop faculty, and foster innovative education and research across UNC Health and affiliated facilities. The ideal candidate will advance patient care, education, and research while promoting an inclusive culture

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chief academic and administrative officer of the Department.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversee faculty recruitment, development, and finances.
• Advance departmental reputation through interdisciplinary collaboration and inclusive culture.

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Med Ad-Deans Office - 420104

Posting Open Date: 09/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Type: Permanent Faculty

Working Title: Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine

Appointment Type: Admin Appointment with Faculty Rank

Vacancy ID: FAC0006090

Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week: 40

FTE: 1

Position Location: North Carolina, US

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 School of Medicine of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Chair for the Department of Emergency Medicine.

This recruitment is Open Track/Open Rank, and the appropriate track and rank will be determined once the top candidate is selected.

The Department of Emergency Medicine is nationally recognized for excellence in clinical care, education, research, and service. The Department’s mission is to improve the health of patients and communities through outstanding emergency care, innovative research, exceptional education, and meaningful service to the people of North Carolina and beyond.

The Department is comprised of faculty physicians, advanced practice providers, residents, fellows, researchers, educators, and professional staff working across multiple clinical, educational, research, and administrative programs. Faculty members provide care throughout UNC Hospitals and affiliated UNC Health facilities while serving as leaders in emergency medicine, emergency medical services, critical care, disaster preparedness, quality improvement, patient safety, and healthcare innovation.

Our clinical programs provide comprehensive emergency care to patients with acute illness and injury. As a major academic referral center and safety-net provider, the Department serves diverse populations and collaborates extensively with healthcare providers, community partners, and health systems to improve care, quality, and outcomes.

Education is a central mission of the Department. UNC Emergency Medicine sponsors ACGME‑accredited residency and fellowship training programs and provides educational experiences for medical students, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, and interprofessional learners. Through innovative curricula, mentorship, and scholarly activity, the Department is committed to developing the next generation of leaders in emergency medicine.

Research activities span clinical, translational, operational, implementation, health services, injury prevention, and population health sciences. Faculty investigators collaborate broadly across UNC Health, the School of Medicine, and the University to advance emergency care through scientific discovery, innovation, and dissemination of new knowledge.

The Chair serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the Department and is responsible for advancing all aspects of the Department’s clinical, educational, research, and service missions. The Chair will provide strategic leadership, oversee faculty recruitment and development, ensure operational and financial stewardship, strengthen interdisciplinary collaborations, foster an inclusive and supportive culture, and advance the Department’s local, regional, and national reputation.

In addition to a primary faculty appointment in the Department of Emergency Medicine, the selected candidate will hold a secondary EHRA Non-Faculty administrative appointment as Department Chair. This structure is consistent with recent School of Medicine department chair recruitments.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

MD or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Not Applicable.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Not Applicable.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Jayne Ashby

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

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.