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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Radiology-Musculoskeletal Imag - 412807

Posting Open Date:

04/08/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Open Rank

Appointment Type:

Open Rank

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005026

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date:

04/01/2025

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 Division of Musculoskeletal Imaging within the Department of Radiology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a fellowship trained individual for a faculty position. The Musculoskeletal Imaging division specializes in the interpretation of a wide variety of radiologic studies focused on evaluation of the musculoskeletal system: conventional radiography, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasonography (US). The division has specific expertise in sports medicine, rheumatology, orthopedic oncology, and trauma. A variety of fluoroscopic, CT, and US-guided interventional procedures are also performed. The most common procedures performed include bone and soft tissue mass biopsies in the extremities and spine, bone marrow aspirations, joint injections/aspirations, and intervertebral disc aspirations. In addition, radiofrequency ablation of osteoid osteoma and a variety of US-guided tendon and nerve procedures may also be performed. The imaging is performed on state-of-the-art CT, 1.5T and 3T MRI, and ultrasound machines.

This is a full-time, permanent appointment (academic rank based on qualifications). The successful candidate will find a wealth of clinical, educational and research opportunities at their disposal and will advance our cutting-edge MSK practice while ensuring work-life balance from a considerate schedule without late or evening shifts. Salary and benefits are highly competitive.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

MD or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Well versed in all aspects of Musculoskeletal Imaging including radiography, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, US and musculoskeletal interventional procedures.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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