Research Professor

Department Medicine-Endocrinology - 411410 Application Deadline 05/12/2026 Position Type Visiting / Part-time Faculty Working Title Research Professor Appointment Type Research Faculty (Fixed Term) Position Number 20075934 Vacancy ID F003560 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours Per Week 8 Fte 0.2 Position Location: North Carolina, US Proposed Start Date 07/01/2026 Estimated Duration Of Appointment 1 year 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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. 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 Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism in the Department of Medicine at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine seeks a part-time, temporary research faculty member. The successful candidate will serve as a principal investigator (PI) for clinical research studies within the Endocrine Clinical Research Unit, with overall responsibility for ensuring studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice, UNC institutional policies, and all applicable regulatory and IRB requirements. The PI will oversee participant safety, informed consent, adverse event reporting, and data integrity; supervise and appropriately delegate responsibilities to research staff; and serve as the primary point of contact with study sponsors and institutional stakeholders. Clinical responsibilities may include evaluating and managing research participants and covering shifts in the trials unit as needed. Minimum Education And Experience Requirements MD/DO, Board Certification in Endocrinology, license to practice in NC Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Experience as the PI for industry-sponsored clinical trials Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable.