Academic Surgical Pathologist

Department :

Pathology Lab Med - Clinical - 413802

Posting Open Date : 07 / 28 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Type : Permanent Faculty

Working Title :

Academic Surgical Pathologist

Appointment Type : Faculty

Vacancy ID : FAC0005577

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

FTE : Position Location :

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date :

04 / 01 / 2026

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 :

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 Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is seeking to recruit an academic Surgical Pathologist for a tenure-track / tenured, fixed-term, or variable track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The successful candidate will be eligible for membership in the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, with opportunities for collaboration with a robust Breast research program. In addition to teaching clinical residents and fellows, opportunities are available for teaching in the School of Medicine and the Graduate School.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

MD, DO or other MD-equivalent degree, be board-certified or board eligible in Anatomic Pathology, and be eligible to obtain a medical license in North Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

We are a subspecialized surgical pathology division, and preference will be given to candidates with fellowship training and / or expertise in Breast Pathology. Those who are willing to provide additional coverage in Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, Cytopathology, or Gynecologic Pathology are also encouraged to apply. Participation in a multidisciplinary Breast tumor board and effective communication with an active clinical care team are required.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions :

Please upload a summary of career goals for the required “Other Document.” Please upload the names and contact information for four (4) references for the required “List of References” document.