Research Assistant Professor, Research Associate Professor, or Research Professor at UNC-Chapel Hill (Kenan-Flagler Business School)

📅 Application Deadline: November 4, 2025
📍 Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
🏛️ Institution: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Kenan-Flagler Business School
💼 Position Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Faculty
🕒 Start Date: January 1, 2026

🌍 Join a World-Class Institution: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill) is a global leader in education, research, and innovation. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities, UNC-Chapel Hill offers an exceptional environment for teaching, research, and collaboration.

Located in one of the best college towns in America, Chapel Hill blends academic excellence with a vibrant cultural and social life. Faculty and staff enjoy access to professional development opportunities, exclusive discounts, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life, and retirement plans.

🏫 About the Kenan-Flagler Business School

Founded in 1919 as the Department of Commerce, Kenan-Flagler Business School has grown into a top-ranked global business institution serving over 3,000 students. The school is built on four core values — Integrity, Inclusion, Innovation, and Impact — and is home to world-class faculty, researchers, and future business leaders.

At Kenan-Flagler, innovation meets purpose. The school’s mission is clear: to prepare the next generation of leaders who will transform business and society.

🩺 About the Center for the Business of Health (CBOH)

Established in 2018, the Center for the Business of Health (CBOH) brings together experts across disciplines to advance understanding at the intersection of business and health. The center’s vision is to become the leading academic hub for research, collaboration, and innovation that improves health and well-being across communities.

CBOH partners with the Gillings School of Public Health, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, and other leading institutions to conduct cutting-edge research and influence health policy and business practices.

📚 Position Overview

The Research Assistant Professor, Research Associate Professor, or Research Professor will play a key role in advancing CBOH’s mission by producing impactful, interdisciplinary research and leading thought leadership initiatives.

This role is ideal for professionals passionate about the business of health, health policy, and academic research translation.

🧩 Core Responsibilities

• Develop and publish research on the business of health and its societal impact.
• Collaborate with thought leaders and partner institutions across disciplines.
• Translate academic research into actionable insights for business and policy audiences.
• Represent CBOH in conferences, stakeholder meetings, and high-level engagements.
• Support program excellence, evaluation, and quality assurance.

🤝 Additional Responsibilities

• Lead external relations and partnership development with government, industry, and philanthropic organizations.
• Collaborate with the Advancement team to strengthen fundraising efforts and donor relationships.
• Supervise team members and guide research initiatives that align with CBOH’s strategic goals.

🎓 Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or foreign equivalent) in business, health policy, or health sciences.
• Proven expertise in health policy analysis, business of health research, or related fields.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively to multiple audiences.

💡 Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business, health policy, or related sectors.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing collaborative projects.
• Strong technical, written, and presentation skills for academic and policy audiences.
• Ability to engage with government officials, healthcare leaders, and corporate executives.
• Willingness to travel for stakeholder engagement and collaborative meetings.

📋 Application Instructions

Interested applicants should apply online at (See below).

Required documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae / Résumé
3. Writing or Research Sample
4. List of 2–4 References (with institutional affiliation, email, and phone)

At the time of hire, finalists will be asked to provide two signed recommendation letters on institutional letterhead from individuals not affiliated with the Kenan-Flagler Business School.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Posting Date: October 8, 2025
• Application Deadline: November 4, 2025
• Proposed Start Date: January 1, 2026

📞 Contact Information

Department Contact:
Britton Mercadante
📧 britton_mercadante@kenan-flagler.unc.edu

For application assistance:
Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost Office
📞 (919)-962-1091
📧 facultyrecruitment@unc.edu

⚖️ Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds — regardless of age, color, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of Carolina’s mission.

🧭 Why Apply?

• Join a top-tier research institution making a real-world impact.
• Collaborate with some of the most influential minds in business and health.
• Work in a vibrant academic environment that values innovation and inclusion.

Be part of the next chapter of leadership in business and health.
Apply today and help shape the future of global health and business education.

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