Complex Aortic Surgeon
Company: UNC-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary The Department of Surgery at the University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a permanent academic
Vascular Surgeon to join our Division of Vascular Surgery. The
Division of Vascular Surgery is among 9 clinical Divisions in the
Department of Surgery. The Division currently includes 8 faculty
members who provide exceptional care to patients from across the
state of North Carolina. The successful candidate will have
experience in all aspects of vascular surgery, including both open
and endovascular surgery, and will possess advanced expertise in
open and endovascular management of complex aortic pathology, and
will contribute to the division s missions in clinical excellence,
education, and research. This position offers the opportunity to
practice at a high-volume tertiary/quaternary referral center with
a collaborative, multidisciplinary aortic program. Clinical
responsibilities will include: Provide comprehensive care for
patients with complex aortic disease, including thoracic,
thoracoabdominal, pararenal, and juxtarenal aortic pathology
Perform advanced open and endovascular aortic procedures,
including: Complex EVAR (fenestrated and branched techniques) TEVAR
and hybrid aortic repairs Open thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic
reconstruction is preferred but not required Participate in
multidisciplinary aortic conferences and collaborative care with
cardiothoracic surgery, interventional radiology, cardiology, and
anesthesia Contribute to vascular surgery call coverage and general
vascular surgery practice as appropriate Maintain high standards of
quality, safety, and patient-centered care Academic
Responsibilities will include: Teach and mentor medical students,
residents, and vascular surgery fellows Participate in formal
educational activities, including conferences, skills labs, and
simulation Serve as a role model for professionalism, clinical
excellence, and lifelong learning Research and Scholarship: Engage
in clinical, translational, and/or outcomes-based research related
to aortic disease Develop and maintain an academic focus with
peer-reviewed publications and presentations Participate in
clinical trials, device development, or registry-based research as
appropriate Seek external or internal research funding consistent
with academic rank This position is being recruited as an
open-rank, open-track appointment at an FTE between 0.5 FTE and 1.0
FTE . The appointment may also be offered as a fixed term track or
tenure/tenure track appointment. The faculty member will be
expected to perform both clinical and research duties, along with
the academic responsibilities of an educational institution.
Individuals who exhibit exceptional skills and achievements may be
considered for a leadership position within the department of
surgery. Leadership roles are not guaranteed and are dependent upon
the current needs of our surgical service lines. Preferred
Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Additional fellowship
training in complex aortic surgery or advanced endovascular
techniques preferred Strong technical skills in both open and
endovascular aortic surgery Collaborative approach to
multidisciplinary care Commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion in clinical care, education, and research Excellent
communication and leadership skills
Keywords: UNC-Chapel Hill, Wilson , Complex Aortic Surgeon, Healthcare , Chapel Hill, North Carolina
