NIH‑Funded Pain Research Faculty Leader

Painresearchers; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Department of Anesthesiology seeks a full-time research faculty member to establish and run an NIH‑funded laboratory focused on chronic pain and overlapping pain conditions.

Ideal candidates will have a track record of independent NIH-level funding and national recognition, with a drive to contribute to UNC’s research mission by mentoring learners and collaborating across departments.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to secure NIH or equivalent funding.
• Proven track record mentoring students and postdocs.
• Experience leading an independent research program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an NIH-funded lab focused on chronic pain and related conditions.
• Collaborate with UNC Neuroscience and Anesthesiology departments and broader UNC‑CH research environment.
• Mentor learners and researchers and occasionally teach research workshops/courses.

Skills

NIH funding track record

Mentorship experience

Independent research leadership

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Department of Anesthesiology seeks a full-time research faculty member to establish and run an NIH‑funded laboratory focused on chronic pain and overlapping pain conditions.

Ideal candidates will have a track record of independent NIH-level funding and national recognition, with a drive to contribute to UNC’s research mission by mentoring learners and collaborating across departments.