Teaching Assistant Professor

Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID FAC0006217 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Dependent on Experience Proposed Start Date 01/04/2027 Position Information 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 Department of Cell Biology and Physiology at the UNC School of Medicine is recruiting for a fixed-term faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor. The primary responsibility of this position is to drive student learning success by coordinating all aspects of the Cell Biology and Physiology Curricula (PhD and MS) from the time students enter the program until they are awarded their degree. The faculty member will be a leader at the interface between graduate students, administration, and other faculty, and has the responsibility of ensuring that every graduate student in the program is on track, fulfilling the required coursework and adhering to the guidelines of the Department of Cell Biology and Physiology and the Graduate School. This faculty position oversees strategic initiatives to improve the CBP graduate program office, serves as an advisor/resource for the graduate students and assists the co-Directors of Graduate Studies, who are responsible for the day-to-day duties of the graduate program.

The position will work closely with course directors and faculty executive committee and student executive committee. The Teaching Assistant Professor will also be a member of the Master’s Program planning committee and will be involved in teaching, admissions, and student success for the CBP MS graduate program. Additional duties will include classroom teaching, mentoring, program development, and service related to the educational mission of the department and School of Medicine. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements PhD/MD/ DVM or equivalent in relevant basic biomedical sciences (Cell Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry, etc).

Position requires experience with developing and maintaining trainee educational programs and graduate curricula. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Prefer candidates with research experience focused on the biological sciences, with teaching and administrative experience in related graduate programs. Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions please submit a list of at least 3 references Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/328626 Department Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title Matthew Tucci HR Consultant Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected] 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 [email protected]. 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. Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae / Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * What is your highest degree? PhD MD PharmD DDS DVM JD MLS/MIS Masters Other Office of Human Resources 919-843-2300 [email protected] © 2026 The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill About Human Resources UNC-Chapel Hill Policies Office of Faculty Affairs To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .

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