Pediatric Hepatology Section Chief - Open Rank

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 230,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an accomplished academic physician to serve as Section Chief of Pediatric Hepatology. This full‑time position supports expansion of a new 550‑bed children’s hospital and builds a world‑class liver program.

The successful candidate will lead clinical operations, foster research and education, and mentor faculty, with strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology required.
• Fellowship training or extensive experience in Pediatric Hepatology preferred.
• Strong leadership and administrative skills.
• Proven track record in clinical care, research, and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and clinical leadership for the pediatric liver program.
• Oversee clinical operations and quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop and expand liver transplantation services.
• Advance the research mission through clinical trials and translational studies.
• Foster education by teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Recruit and mentor faculty members.
• Collaborate with leadership across departments and disciplines.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD/DO with board certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology

Fellowship in Pediatric Hepatology

Job description

Department:

Peds-Gastroenterology - 412008

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Pediatric Hepatology Section Chief - Open Rank

Appointment Type:

Open Rank

Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

07/01/2026

Position Summary:

As part of our strategic plan toward a new, free‑standing, 550‑bed Children’s hospital, the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, seeks an accomplished academic physician to serve as Section Chief of Pediatric Hepatology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This position is full‑time, fixed term, variable track and/or tenure/tenure track. Rank will be determined at a level commensurate with the applicant’s experience and accomplishments.

The Section Chief will report to the Division Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology. The ideal candidate will be a nationally recognized leader in pediatric hepatology with the vision and skills to build a world‑class academic liver program. They will have a strong commitment to academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advancing the field of medicine. As part of the planned expansion, this position also comes with significant support from UNC Health in building a pediatric liver transplant team.

Responsibilities:

• Providing strategic direction and clinical leadership for the pediatric liver program
• Overseeing clinical operations and quality improvement initiatives
• Developing and expanding liver transplantation services
• Advancing the research mission through clinical trials and translational studies
• Fostering the educational mission by teaching medical students, residents, and fellows
• Recruiting and mentoring faculty members
• Collaborating with leadership across departments and disciplines

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

MD or DO with board certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology, additional fellowship training or extensive experience in Pediatric Hepatology.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Proven track record of academic accomplishments in clinical care, research, and education
• Strong leadership and administrative skills
• Experience in program building and faculty development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.