Thoracic Surgeon

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution seeks a Thoracic Surgeon to join its Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive surgical care, engage in medical education, and contribute to impactful research in a collaborative environment. Opportunities for professional development and a robust benefits package are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Professional training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be Board Certified/Eligible in Thoracic Surgery.
• Interest and experience in thoracic oncology, minimally invasive surgery, esophageal disorders.
• Strong interest in research is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care as an academic thoracic surgeon.
• Participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Contribute to clinical, educational, and research missions of the department.

Skills

Team-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Board Certification in Thoracic Surgery

Completed ACGME approved Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency

Job description

Department:

Surgery - Cardiothoracic - 414010

Posting Open Date:

02/25/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Thoracic Surgeon

Appointment Type:

Open Rank

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005482

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

07/07/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

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:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

The Department of Surgery at the University of North Carolina is a nationally recognized leader in surgical excellence, education, and research. With 486 dedicated members, including 91 trainees, 44 advanced practice providers (APPs), 97 faculty, 111 staff, and 143 adjunct faculty, the department is committed to delivering outstanding care across a wide spectrum of surgical disciplines. The department recently celebrated the opening of a state-of-the-art surgical hospital and a new CVTICU, further enhancing its commitment to providing the highest quality of care.

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, one of nine clinical divisions within the department, is at the forefront of advancing surgical care for adult cardiac, congenital cardiac, and thoracic conditions. The division comprises 9 faculty members, 8 APPs, and 6 integrated residents who work collaboratively to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

The Department is seeking applications for a full-time academic thoracic surgeon to join our Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. Academic appointments will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience. This academic appointment is Open Rank and may be fixed term, tenure/tenure track and/or variable track from a .50 to 1.0 FTE.

The ideal candidate will have an interest and experience in all aspects of general thoracic surgery, including thoracic oncology, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, esophageal disorders (including malignancy), and lung transplantation. The chosen candidate will be expected to work closely with the various multidisciplinary teams within the hospital system to grow the surgical volume through referral networking with the assistance of the other thoracic surgeons at UNC.

Faculty members within the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery must possess a desire to commit to all three missions of the department and school of medicine, including the clinical, education, and research missions. Regarding the education mission, faculty members are expected to regularly participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows. The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery supports a 6-year integrated cardiothoracic residency program. Regarding research, a commitment to any one of a broad array of research interests is desirable, including but not limited to clinical, outcomes, health services, basic science, translational, ethics, education, or global surgery research. Regarding the clinical mission, faculty members must be committed to delivering high quality clinical care that is of value to the patients of UNC. The selected candidate must be team-oriented and can interact well with colleagues inside and out of the Division.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Prospective candidates must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery and have completed an ACGME approved Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency or equivalent. Chosen candidate should either have a current North Carolina Medical License or be eligible for application.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Preference will be given to individuals who bring unique skills, interests, or qualifications to the current faculty in a complementary fashion. Individuals with a strong interest in research are encouraged to apply.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.