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Department: Medicine-Gastroenterology - 411420 Position Summary: The Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the UNC School of Medicine is recruiting for an Open-Rank faculty position to enhance its clinical procedure portfolio. Duties include, but are not limited to endoscopic procedures, clinic visits, and and coverage on our inpatient consultation service. Candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills and will be active in the training of Gastroenterology and Hepatology fellows, residents and medical students. Posting Open Date: 09/15/2025 Working Title: Open Rank Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID: FAC0005621 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Proposed Start Date: 10/31/2025 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: 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. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: MD, Board Certified/Board Eligible in Gastroenterology. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: A minimum of three years of gastroenterology training. Proficiency in advanced endoscopic procedures. Clinical education and/or research interest. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable. Department Contact Name and Title: Jennifer Layton Department Contact Telephone or Email: jennifer_layton@med.unc.edu 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 facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.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.