Employment Type: Permanent Faculty Vacancy ID: FAC0004723 Position Summary/Description: The Department of Surgery at The University of North Carolina is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Division Chief, Cardiothoracic Surgery. Candidates will be expected to have demonstrated excellence in clinical practice, teaching and research, as evidence by experience, outcomes and references. The candidate must have the ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment. This is an Open Rank, Open Track, 0.5 FTE to 1.0 FTE Academic appointment that will be offered to commensurate with the candidate’s experience. The incoming Chief will be responsible for partnering with the Chairperson of Surgery to promote collegial work environment that enhances clinical growth and academic development while advancing research activities consistent with the growth of clinical programs. The selected candidate will be a strategic leader who will promote a strong culture of institutional stewardship throughout UNC Healthy Systems, including a strong commitment to effective business operations. The Department of Surgery offers potential candidates a uniquely supportive practice environment with an emphasis on quality of patient care, research, teaching, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty members. This is an attractive opportunity to grow the significant investment UNC is making in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery.