Emergency Medicine Faculty

Careerwebsite; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center & Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte invites outstanding emergency physicians to join our academic department as a full-time Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor on a non-tenure-track appointment. The role blends clinical care, education, and scholarly activity across two premier Level I trauma centers.

We offer opportunities to mentor residents and fellows, develop curricula, and advance emergency medicine through

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required; board certification or eligibility in Emergency Medicine.
• Eligible for medical licensure in North Carolina; commitment to clinical excellence and education.
• Academic, non-tenure-track appointment with emphasis on patient care, education, and research.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in clinical care within two Level I trauma centers.
• Mentor and teach residents, fellows and medical students; contribute to scholarly activity.
• Develop and contribute to curriculum, educational innovation, and research initiatives.
• Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration across EMS, ultrasound, toxicology, pediatric EM, and global EM.

Skills

MD/DO

Board Certified/Eligible in EM

Mentorship

Education

Clinical excellence

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certified or board eligible in emergency medicine

Eligible for medical licensure in North Carolina

Job description

Emergency Medicine Faculty

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center & Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte

Shape the Future of Emergency Medicine

The Department of Emergency Medicine at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte invites applications from outstanding emergency physicians seeking a rewarding academic career in a department committed to excellence in patient care, education, research, and service. We seek collaborative, mission-driven physicians who are passionate about advancing the specialty of emergency medicine while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, learners, and communities.

The successful candidate will join our faculty as a full-time Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor on a non-tenure-track appointment, with academic rank commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

A Department with Momentum

This is a transformative time for our department and institution. Faculty joining our team will help shape the future of emergency medicine within a rapidly expanding academic health system and medical school.

In 2027, we will open a new 95,000-square-foot emergency department that will provide unprecedented opportunities for clinical innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, learner engagement, and academic growth. Our department's vision is to lead and shape the future of emergency medicine, while our mission is to elevate and integrate clinical care, education, and research in service to our community for the betterment of our patients.

Academic Opportunities

Faculty members enjoy the opportunity to influence the development of future leaders in emergency medicine through engagement with a robust academic enterprise. Our educators mentor and teach residents, fellows, medical students, and international trainees while contributing to scholarly activity, curriculum development, and educational innovation.

Our department sponsors fellowship programs in multiple disciplines, creating opportunities for collaboration across a broad range of academic interests, including EMS, ultrasound, toxicology, pediatric emergency medicine, operational medicine, disaster medicine, and global emergency medicine

Clinical Practice

Faculty members serve as leaders of multidisciplinary emergency care teams and practice in two of the region's premier emergency departments: Carolinas Medical Center and Levine Children's Hospital. Together, these academic, tertiary care Level I trauma centers care for more than 100,000 patients annually and provide exposure to the full spectrum of complex pathology and advanced emergency care.

Why Charlotte?

Charlotte is one of the fastest-growing and most vibrant metropolitan areas in the United States. The city offers an exceptional quality of life, outstanding neighborhoods, excellent schools, a thriving culinary and cultural scene, professional sports, and year‑round outdoor recreation. Conveniently located between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic coast, Charlotte provides opportunities for both urban living and outdoor adventure.

As home to Advocate Health and the Charlotte campus of Wake Forest University School of Medicine, the region is rapidly emerging as a destination for healthcare innovation, medical education, and academic collaboration. The Charlotte medical school campus welcomed its inaugural class in 2025 and is located within The Pearl, a growing innovation district dedicated to advancing healthcare and life sciences.

Our Culture

Our faculty believe that exceptional academic medicine requires an environment where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and professional growth for faculty, learners, and staff.

As Gene Woods, President and Chief Executive Officer of Advocate Health, stated:

"We should celebrate our differences because of the richness they bring to human experience."

We strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace and learning environment for all. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate, advance emergency medicine, educate future physicians, and deliver exceptional care to our patients and communities.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree (or equivalent international degree), be board certified or board eligible in emergency medicine, and be eligible for medical licensure in North Carolina. Successful applicants should demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence, education, mentorship, and compassionate care of diverse patient populations.

Join Us

Whether your interests center on clinical care, medical education, research, administration, health systems leadership, global emergency medicine, EMS, ultrasound, toxicology, pediatric emergency medicine, or innovation in emergency care delivery, we welcome the opportunity to discuss how your career goals align with our department's vision.

Join a growing academic department where you can make a lasting impact, train future leaders, and help shape the future of emergency medicine.

For additional information, please contact Dr. Michael Runyon at [e-mail]