System Executive Director - Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Network

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an accomplished physician leader to serve as System Executive Director for the Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Network. The role centers on strategic oversight, growth, and alignment of a statewide network involving advanced heart failure, LVAD, and heart transplantation.

The position includes academic appointment in the Department of Medicine and administration responsibilities, with a supplement.

Qualifications

• MD required.
• Board certified in Cardiovascular Disease (preferred).
• Advanced training in Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for a statewide Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Network.
• Foster alignment across academic and community programs and strengthen referral pathways.
• Lead growth, quality improvement, and access to advanced heart failure therapies across UNC Health.

Skills

Advanced Heart Failure

Transplant cardiology

Leadership experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

MD required

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: Medicine - Cardiology - 411405
• Posting Open Date: 10/02/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Position Type: Permanent Faculty
• Working Title: System Executive Director - Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Network
• Appointment Type: Admin Appointment with Faculty Rank
• Vacancy ID: FAC0006141
• Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week: 40
• FTE: 1
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: Dependent on Experience/Qualifications
• Proposed Start Date: 01/01/2027

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 Division of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine seeks an accomplished physician leader in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology to serve as System Executive Director of the Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Network for UNC Health. This position will provide strategic leadership for the continued growth, integration, and advancement of a comprehensive statewide network for advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, cardiogenic shock, and heart transplantation.

Working collaboratively with physicians, administrators, surgeons, researchers, and clinical teams across UNC Health, the Executive Director will lead efforts to develop and implement a shared vision for network growth, clinical excellence, quality improvement, innovation, and patient access. The individual will be responsible for fostering alignment across academic and community-based programs, strengthening referral pathways, expanding access to advanced heart failure therapies, and advancing the system's mission in patient care, research, and education.

This recruitment is for an Open Rank faculty position within the Division of Cardiology, with rank to be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and accomplishments. The successful candidate will hold a primary faculty appointment in the Department of Medicine and a secondary administrative leadership appointment as System Executive Director of the Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Network, which includes an associated administrative supplement. Clinical responsibilities will include the care of patients with advanced heart failure, heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory support, and cardiogenic shock, while supporting the academic missions of research, education, and service.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

MD required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease
• Advanced training and expertise in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
• Demonstrated leadership experience within a major Advanced Heart Failure, LVAD, and/or Heart Transplant program
• Experience working across multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Strong interest in system development, physician engagement, and network growth
• Academic accomplishments consistent with appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level preferred
• Proven track record in clinical research and program development preferred

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

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Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Department Contact Information

• Department Contact Name and Title: Briana Marini, HR Consultant
• 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 updates 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.