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Professor and Chair of Pharmacology

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Professor and Chair of Pharmacology University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine – Department of Pharmacology.

Position: Chair of the Department of Pharmacology.

40 hours/week, full‑time permanent faculty, open rank, anticipated start July 1, 2025, location: Chapel Hill, NC, USA.

Position Summary The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Pharmacology.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the nation’s premier pharmacology departments, consistently recognized for excellence in research, education, and innovation.

The department currently ranks fifth nationally in NIH funding and third among public universities, reflecting a strong research portfolio and a collaborative academic culture.

Responsibilities

Defining and advancing departmental priorities.

Promoting excellence in teaching, mentorship, and scholarship.

Recruiting and developing outstanding faculty, staff, and trainees.

Strengthening and expanding the research portfolio.

Fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and safe academic environment.

Representing the department to School of Medicine leadership and external partners.

Enhancing the department’s national and international visibility.

Building partnerships with industry, government, and philanthropic organizations.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Minimum qualifications include a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Distinguished record of achievement in pharmacology or a related field.

Demonstrated excellence in research, education, and mentorship.

Proven experience in academic leadership.

Strategic vision, integrity, and the ability to lead and inspire a diverse community of scholars.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act.

It will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Legal Notice We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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