Academic Neuropathologist

Department: Pathology Lab Med - Clinical - 413802 Posting Open Date: 01/08/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Position Type: Permanent Faculty Working Title: Academic Neuropathologist Appointment Type: Open Rank Vacancy ID:

FAC0005782

Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2026 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 an Academic Neuropathologist for a tenure‑track/tenured, variable, or fixed‑term position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, with an FTE of 0.5 FTE to 1.0 FTE. This position will involve diagnostic surgical neuropathology, autopsy neuropathology and ophthalmologic pathology; preferably with a second area of interest in a sub‑specialized surgical pathology service, autopsy, or research. The successful candidate will be eligible for membership in the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and will contribute to the teaching of residents, fellows, medical students, and graduate students. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Medical Doctorate degree, be board‑certified or board‑eligible in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology and be eligible to obtain a medical license in North Carolina. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: Not applicable. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable. Special Instructions: Please upload a Summary of Career Goals as the required Other Document. Please include the names and contact information for four (4) referees on the List of References. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill