Open Rank Pediatric Critical Care Intensivist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a pediatric intensivist to join our team of faculty. This recruitment is open rank and open track; academic rank and salary will be commensurate with training, experience, and accomplishments.

The successful applicant will participate in research, education, and quality improvement with a strong emphasis on scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• MD/DO; Board certification in Pediatrics and BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine.
• Previous experience in an academic environment or post-fellowship training in a PICU is preferred.
• Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care and Pediatric Critical Care experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Division's academic mission in research, education, and quality improvement.
• Demonstrate a strong track record in scholarship with publications or funding or a clear trajectory toward independence as a clinical investigator.
• Contribute to teaching fellows, residents, and students and provide patient care leadership.

Skills

Pediatric critical care

Academic research

Teaching/education

Education

MD/DO

BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Peds-Critical Care Medicine - 412016

Posting Open Date: 07/30/2026

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Type: Permanent Faculty

Working Title: Open Rank Pediatric Critical Care Intensivist

Appointment Type: Open Rank

Vacancy ID: FAC0006031

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

Hours per week: 40

FTE: 1

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Proposed Start Date: 11/01/2026

Position Information

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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 Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a pediatric intensivist to join our team of 16 faculty, 6 fellows, and 6 Advanced Practice Providers. This recruitment is open rank and open track (i.e. fixed term, tenure/tenure track, and/or variable track); academic faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with training, experience, and academic accomplishments.

The successful applicant will participate in the Division's academic mission in research, education, and quality improvement. We are particularly interested in applicants who demonstrate:

• Strong track record in scholarship and research, including peer-reviewed publications and/or extramural funding (or clear trajectory toward independence as a clinical investigator)
• Pediatric cardiac critical care training and experience
• Commitment to educating learners (fellows, residents, students)

The North Carolina Children's Hospital is part of a busy quaternary care medical center. Our combined 33 ICU beds (20 PICU + 13 PCICU) support a broad and complex case mix and admit over 1,200 patients per year. The ICU programs support excellent programs pediatric ECMO, burn, trauma, solid organ transplantation, bone marrow transplantation and pediatric cardiothoracic surgery. The Critical Care Medicine division maintains a fully accredited pediatric critical care medicine fellowship program.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

MD/DO; Board certification in Pediatrics and BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Previous experience either working as a faculty member in an academic environment or post-fellowship training in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care experience as well as Pediatric Critical Care experience is highly desirable as, at times, physicians will be expected to cover both units. This Pediatric Intensivist will be committed to patient care, research, and education. A demonstrated commitment to quality improvement would match well with current divisional activities.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/322976

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title

Catherine Detwiller Schamma

Department Contact Telephone or Email

[e-mail]

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 [e-mail].

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updated 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 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.