"Chief, Division of Cardiology and Director of ECHI (Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor)"

Chief, Division of Cardiology and Director of ECHI (Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor)

Position Number: 961610
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category: Faculty (Physician)

Organizational Unit Overview:

The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (ECU) is composed of 18 departments which function to: 1) To increase the supply of primary care physicians to serve the state; 2) To improve the health and well-being of the region; and 3) To train physicians who will meet the health care needs of the state. The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences (herein referred to as Cardiovascular Sciences or CVS) is the universitys newest department and is a primary contributor to the schools mission of medical education, patient care, research, and community service.

Playing an important role in the Brody School of Medicines academic group practice, the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences consists of the Department Chairman, two Medical Directors of Clinical Services, four leadership core units (Department Administrator, CVS Operations Committee/Section Chiefs, Nurse Administrator, and Vice Chairman and Director of Research), and seven clinical and educational divisions. The primary roles of education (students, residents, fellows and continuing medical education), clinical services (Structural Heart Disease, Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Primary and Secondary Prevention, and Vascular Diseases), research (clinical and basic bench research in cardiovascular clinical care, clinical trials to develop new treatments for cardiovascular disease, educational programs for local, regional, and national health care providers, and wellness and prevention programs), academic affairs/faculty development, and administration (business and clinical support services) are led by the Department Chairman and CVS Operations Committee.

The clinical sections represented in cardiovascular diseases include: Structural Heart Disease, Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Primary and Secondary Prevention, and Vascular Diseases.

The majority of the departments educational, clinical and research activities take place within the context of the East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine and the ECU Health Medical Center. The central component of the medical center will be the East Carolina Heart Institute (ECHI). Designed to be a world-class cardiovascular destination offering state-of-the-art medical technology, education, and research in one location, the East Carolina Heart Institute is composed of three main partners ECU Health Medical Center, East Carolina University, and private practice practitioners. The Institute is committed to superior patient care, collaborative research, and continuous training and education. The East Carolina Heart Institute is the umbrella name for the two facilities that make up the Institute.

ECU Health is a mission-driven health system that annually serves more than 1.4 million people in 29 eastern North Carolina counties. ECU Health is affiliated with The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. As a major resource for health services and education, ECU Health Medical Center has a mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina. For more information, visit www.ecuhealth.org.

Job Duties:

The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences is seeking a Fixed Term faculty member at the title of Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor to provide General Cardiology services, teaching, and clinical research to patients and students at the East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina Heart Institute, and ECU Health Medical Center. They will have a significant role supporting the service line of the Heart and Vascular Center. They will oversee all clinical cardiology operations with the help of the Division chiefs and medical directors.

The Chief of Cardiology is responsible for leading the Division and this position will play an integral role in the alignment, growth, and setting the direction of Cardiology Services within ECU Health. Currently, this position directs the activities of 33 Physician FTEs, however, that number is sure to grow. The Division of Cardiology sees 40,000 pts/yr in our ECU Ambulatory Clinics. They also manage patients on the IP / Teaching Service at ECUHMC as well as perform interventional and diagnostic procedures (>2,000 per year). In addition to the chiefs role to lead the division of Cardiology, this position also holds the title of Director of ECHI @ ECUHMC. This position is eligible for the John "Jack" Rose Distinguished Professorship.

Fixed Term (12-month) position available at the title of Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor. Will consider up to 1.0 FTE.

Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b. 457). This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability.

While this position is not automatically eligible for the NC Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS), new hires transferring from another North Carolina state agency and current ECU employees transferring internally who had been enrolled in TSERS in their previous employment will continue participation in TSERS. These individuals may be able to elect to participate in ORP if they had not been offered that option at the time of their initial enrollment into TSERS.

Position contingent upon the availability of funding.

Minimum Education/Experience:

MD or DO from an appropriately accredited institution, or completed foreign medical education accepted and recognized for ECFMG Certification.

Completion of Fellowship in Cardiology.

Minimum of 5 years experience for the title of Clinical Associate Professor. Minimum of 8 years experience for the title of Clinical Professor.

Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of North Carolina. Board Certified or eligible for board certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Cardiovascular Disease.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

Medical licensure in the State of North Carolina and board certified or eligible for board certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Cardiovascular Disease.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

None

Special Instructions to Applicant:

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest
• List of Three References (noting contact information)

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic email will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Initial Screening Begins: 12/16/2025