Transfusion Medicine Pathologist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, seeks a full-time Transfusion Medicine Pathologist in a tenure-track/tenured, fixed-term, or variable track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The service includes donor collections, apheresis, cellular processing, and testing.

Secondary interests in related pathology areas are welcome.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required and board certification/eligibility in Transfusion Medicine.
• Candidate must be BC/BE in Transfusion Medicine and eligible for NC license.
• Commitment to clinical service, teaching and research in transfusion medicine.

Responsibilities

• Lead Transfusion Medicine Service including donor collections and apheresis.
• Provide clinical teaching and participate in research in transfusion medicine.
• Collaborate with surgical pathology and other departments as needed.

Education

MD/DO degree

BC/BE in Transfusion Medicine

North Carolina medical license or eligibility

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Pathology Lab Med - Clinical - 413802

Posting Open Date: 06/12/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Type: Permanent Faculty

Working Title: Transfusion Medicine Pathologist

Appointment Type: Faculty

Vacancy ID: FAC0005550

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

Hours per week: 40

FTE: 1

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date: 03/01/2026

Position Information

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

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 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is seeking a full‑time physician for a tenure‑track/tenured, fixed‑term, or variable track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor for the Transfusion Medicine Service. Our Transfusion Medicine Service encompasses donor collections, therapeutic apheresis, hematopoietic progenitor cell collection and processing, blood component processing, and compatibility testing. Applicants with secondary interests in some other area of the pathology lab, such as surgical pathology, hematopathology, or clinical pathology, are welcome to apply.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Candidates must hold a MD/DO degree, be BC/BE in Transfusion Medicine, and must have or be eligible for a North Carolina medical license.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Applicants should be committed to excellence in clinical services, teaching and research in a field relevant to transfusion medicine. Expertise in clinical coagulation is a particular need.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Please include names and addresses of four (4) references when uploading the required List of References document.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/302543

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Matthew Karafin, Chair of the Search Committee

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.