Sports Researcher Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Physical Medicine Rehab - 413401
Posting Open Date
01/30/2026
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Type
Permanent Faculty
Working Title
Open Rank Sports Physiatrist
Appointment Type
Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID
FAC0005806
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Commensurate with Experience
Proposed Start Date
07/01/2026
Position Information
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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 Departments of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Orthopaedics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are seeking a full time, fellowship trained Sports Physiatrist to join our expanding clinical team. Rank will be based on qualifications and experience. This faculty position will provide high quality, patient centered, non interventional spine and musculoskeletal care within two premier clinical environments at the UNC Sports Medicine Institute and UNC Spine Center. As needed, this faculty position may also be asked to provide some general physiatric care, including inpatient consults.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in musculoskeletal and spine medicine, a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, and a passion for advancing evidence-based care in sports and spine rehabilitation. They will participate in teaching, research, quality improvement, and administrative activities associated with an academic appointment and related areas of expertise. Some acute inpatient rehabilitation call is required. The successful candidate will be board eligible/board certified in PM&R and fellowship trained in Sports Medicine.
Clinical Responsibilities

Spine Care (UNC Spine Center)

• Provide comprehensive non interventional spine care to adult patients.
• Evaluate and treat disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine using evidence driven diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
• Apply advanced knowledge of spine biomechanics to guide patient recovery and functional restoration.

Sports & Musculoskeletal Care (UNC Sports Medicine Institute)

• Deliver general musculoskeletal evaluation and management for patients with sports related or activity limiting conditions.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues including sports medicine physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and orthopaedic surgeons to coordinate care pathways.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across PM&R and Orthopaedics with an emphasis on biomechanical spine rehabilitation and integrative therapeutics.
• Support team based approaches for chronic spine conditions, joint dysfunction, and movement related impairments.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
The successful candidate will be board eligible/board certified in PM&R and CAQ in PCMS or fellowship trained. MD or DO with NC medical license or willingness to obtain state license.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong leadership abilities, a record of interdisciplinary collaboration, and have the desire to be involved in enhancing quality of patient care and participating in research studies. Specialty training in musculoskeletal and integrative medicine is preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions
Qualified applicants should submit an application online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/312586. The application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), and at least two references. Applicants are required to identify the names, titles, email addresses and phone numbers of two (2) professional references when applying. Reference providers identified by the applicant will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support.
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/312586
Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title
Allison Williams, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email
allison_williams@med.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
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