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UNC-Chapel Hill

UNC Gynecologic Oncologist

Chapel Hill, NC

$170.25/hr

John Boggess, MD Professor & Search Committee Chair, UNC Department of OB-GYN Division Director of Gynecologic Oncology 3009 Old Clinic Bldg./CB# 7570 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7570 Quick Link Department ...

AMN Healthcare, Inc.

Chief, Spine Division

Durham, NC · On-site

Reporting jointly to the Chairs of Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurosurgery and operating within a ... Qualified for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level. * Established record and ...

AMN Healthcare

Chief, Spine Division

Durham, NC · On-site

Reporting jointly to the Chairs of Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurosurgery and operating within a ... Qualified for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level. * Established record and ...

UNC-Chapel Hill

Open Rank- Endodontics

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

Special Instructions Quick Link Department Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title Cristiano Susin, Distinguished Professor and Chair Department Contact Telephone or Email csusin@email ...

UNC-Chapel Hill

Academic Cytopathologist

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

... Professor. We are a subspecialized Anatomic Pathology division, and preference will be given to ... Quick Link Department Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title Sara Wobker, Chair of ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for chair professor in Raleigh, NC is $77,817.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,300.00 and $88,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chair professor?

A Chair Professor is a senior academic position awarded to distinguished scholars who have demonstrated excellence in research, teaching, and leadership within their field. This position often comes with additional responsibilities, such as leading research initiatives, mentoring junior faculty, and contributing to the strategic direction of their department or institution. Chair Professors may hold endowed chairs, meaning their position is funded by a specific donor or foundation, and they are recognized for their expertise and significant contributions to academia.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chair professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chair Professor, you need an extensive academic background, a PhD in the relevant field, a strong research portfolio, and a record of teaching excellence. Familiarity with research management software, academic publishing platforms, and grant application systems is typically required. Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills help foster academic innovation and guide faculty and students. These skills and qualities are crucial for advancing research, maintaining high teaching standards, and shaping the strategic direction of the department or institution.

What are some common challenges chair professors face when balancing administrative duties with research and teaching responsibilities?

Chair Professors often juggle a wide range of responsibilities, including leading their department, mentoring junior faculty, conducting cutting-edge research, and maintaining a teaching schedule. One common challenge is managing time effectively to meet the demands of administrative leadership while still advancing personal research agendas and delivering high-quality instruction. Collaboration and delegation within the department, as well as setting clear priorities, are crucial strategies for maintaining this balance. Additionally, Chair Professors frequently serve as a bridge between faculty and university leadership, which can require strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.

What is the difference between Chair Professor vs Associate Professor?

AspectChair ProfessorAssociate Professor
Required CredentialsDoctorate, extensive research, publications, often international recognitionDoctorate, research experience, publications
Work EnvironmentUniversity faculty, research-focused, often with administrative dutiesUniversity faculty, teaching and research responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research universitiesUniversities, colleges, research institutions

In summary, a Chair Professor is a senior academic with extensive research achievements and often holds a prestigious position within a university. An Associate Professor is an earlier career faculty member with significant research and teaching duties. The Chair Professor role typically involves more recognition, leadership, and research funding, whereas the Associate Professor focuses on developing their academic career.

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Infographic showing various Chair Professor job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,817 per year, or $37.4 per hour.

Professor of Biomedical Sciences and Director of NIH-Funded COBRE

University System of New Hampshire

Durham, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • maintain and grow a high-impact, externally funded biomedical research program

  • serve as Principal Investigator, Director, and Administrative Core Lead of CIBBR

  • provide high quality instruction in relevant courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels

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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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47th of 631 rated colleges and universities

Job description

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Operating Title Professor of Biomedical Sciences and Director of NIH-Funded COBRE Long Classification Title Campus Location Durham Department UNH COLSA Molecular Cellular & Biomedical Summary of Position
The Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS), College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (COLSA) at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) invites applications for a full-time (9-month) tenure-track Associate/Full Professor of Biomedical Sciences. The faculty member hired will also serve as Director of the NIH-funded Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE): Center of Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research (CIBBR).
We seek an engaged faculty member who is an established biomedical scientist with a nationally recognized, externally funded research program employing molecular and cellular approaches to advance the field of protein biochemistry, structural biology, developmental biology, cancer biology, molecular or cell biology, genomics, microbiology, or other related fields in the biomedical sciences. The successful candidate must have a desire to substantially grow their established research program, as well as prior administrative experience to lead CIBBR in meeting its goals. A demonstrated commitment to mentoring early-stage investigators, building research infrastructure, enhancement of diversity and inclusion, as well as teaching and service is also required.
For the successful candidate, the above activities will be supported by several UNH centers of excellence, including CIBBR's Research Cores; the Hubbard Center for Genome Studies; the University Instrumentation Center (housing state-of-the-art imaging and spectrometry instrumentation); the Research Computing Center; and the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station. Graduate student training opportunities are provided through affiliation with MCBS-administered graduate programs in Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology and/or Molecular & Evolutionary Systems Biology.
Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of this position are: 1) maintain and grow a high-impact, externally funded biomedical research program; 2) serve as Principal Investigator, Director, and Administrative Core Lead of CIBBR (currently in early Phase II); 3) provide high quality instruction in relevant courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and 4) contribute meaningfully to service at the Department, College, and University levels.
Additional Job Information
Application Instructions: Applications will be reviewed beginning on October 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. A start date of August 2025 is anticipated. Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/59245 . The following application materials are required: 1) cover letter that includes a description of administrative and mentoring experience relevant to leading CIBBR; 2) curriculum vitae including the names of three professional references; 3) research statement (maximum five pages) describing currently active areas of research and long-term goals; 4) statement of teaching interests and philosophy (maximum two pages); and 5) a diversity statement (maximum two pages) that articulates previous experience and future vision of fostering an equitable and inclusive work environment.
For administrative questions related to application submission, please contact Matthew James (Matthew.James@unh.edu). For scientific and related questions, please contact the Department Chair, Dr. Matthew MacManes (Matthew.MacManes@unh.edu).

About UNH and MCBS: The University of New Hampshire is a Carnegie Research 1 (highest research activity)-designated, Land, Sea & Space Grant University. The Durham campus of the University of New Hampshire is the State's flagship public university and home to a vibrant campus community that prides itself on sustainability. NH is consistently voted among the nation's top states in which to reside, with the UNH campus located near the seacoast and in proximity to the Gulf of Maine, the White Mountains, and Boston (with on-campus rail transportation available).
The Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) is an energetic and growing department with eight recent tenure-track faculty hires and a history of productive inter-disciplinary collaborations with faculty in the life sciences, chemistry, and bioengineering disciplines at UNH. MCBS offers degrees at the Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels. Faculty and graduate students additionally participate in university-wide interdisciplinary graduate programs that foster cross-disciplinary and integrative approaches to research and teaching. Undergraduate programs focus on preparing students for careers in the life science industries, graduate schools and/or professional health programs. For more information about MCBS, please visit https://colsa.unh.edu/mcbs/.

Diversity and Inclusion: At UNH, diversity among administrators, faculty, staff, and students also drives excellence. We therefore are committed to enhancing and sustaining an educational and working community that is inclusive and equitable. These values are cherished and are inextricably linked to our core mission. We are a public institution with a long-standing commitment to equal employment and educational opportunity for all qualified persons, and our non-discrimination policies extend and apply to admission, access to, treatment within, or employment in UNH programs or activities. The University is committed to excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or pregnancy.
Posting Number PF0847FY24 Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: 1) a Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, genetics, or related field; 2) current rank at the Associate or Full Professor level; 3) active major research project grant(s) from NIH (e.g., R01, R35) or from equivalent US federal granting agencies as well as a history of effective research collaborations; 4) prior experience with academic and/or research administration; and 5) demonstrated commitments to undergraduate and graduate education.
Additional Preferred Qualifications Salary Information
Salary is competitive, and commensurate with education and experience.
Quick Link to Posting https://usnh-sb.peopleadmin.com/postings/59245 Percent Time Information (FTE) Faculty Information Tenure-Track If Renewable or Number of years, please specify Type of Position Faculty
Posting Details
Posting Date 07/22/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Closing Date Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No Appointment Type Tenure-Track If TERM position with benefits, indicate projected end date Departmental Information This position is responsible for the supervision of Professional, Administrative, and Technical , Students Special Requirements A background check will be required as a condition of employment. EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Special Instructions to Applicants Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

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