Department
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - 412013
Posting Open Date
01/08/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Type
Permanent Faculty
Working Title
Pediatric Scientist Development Program (PSDP) Instructor
Appointment Type
Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID
FAC0005784
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent
Hours Per Week
40
Fte
1
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent on Experience and Qualifications
Proposed Start Date
07/01/2026
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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 Research Instructor for Pediatric Scientist Development Program (PSDP) is a full-time research-focused position designed to support the development of early-career physician-scientists in neonatal-perinatal medicine for a period of one year, non-renewable.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
The successful candidate will be board certified/board eligible in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine with training and experience in clinical neonatology, with a primary focus of pursuing a physician-scientist career.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Competitive candidates will have demonstrated excellence in contributing to our academic research mission.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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