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Neurosurgical Oncologist, Brain Tumor Focus-Faculty Position (MD/DO) - UNC School of Medicine

Position Overview 

The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the UNC School of Medicine?s Department of Neurosurgery are seeking a full-time physician-scientist (open rank) specializing in the treatment and research of brain tumors to lead the Neurosurgical arm of the UNC Neuro-Oncology Program. This is a unique opportunity for a collaborative clinical and research leader to advance a well-established, multidisciplinary program. Ideal candidates will be fellowship-trained in Neurosurgical Oncology and demonstrate a strong commitment to both clinical excellence and academic inquiry. 

Neuro-Oncology Program 

The Neuro-Oncology program features a robust and collaborative clinical practice comprised of: 

• Neuro-Oncologists and Neurosurgeons with specialized expertise in brain tumors 
• Dedicated Radiation Oncologists with advanced clinical and research experience in fractionated radiation therapy and stereotactic radiosurgery 

This highly integrated, multidisciplinary structure supports comprehensive patient care and fosters innovation in treatment approaches. The program is further strengthened by: 

• A robust clinical trials portfolio 
• A centralized clinical trials office providing extensive research infrastructure and support 
• Participation in national research networks, including the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology 

Qualifications 

• M.D. required 
• Fellowship training in Neurosurgical Oncology 
• Board Certified/Eligible in Neurological Surgery 
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in clinical research and multidisciplinary program leadership 

For more information, please contact Laura Oakes, MHA, CPRP at laura.oakes@unchealth.unc.edu

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians

Organization Unit: Network Physician Recruitment

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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