Pediatric Hepatology Section Lead | Liver Transplant

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

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.