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Position Information
Job Title : Division Chief of Transplant Surgery and Immunology
Position Number :
Vacancy Open to : All Candidates
Department : EHH BSOM Surgery Transplant
Department Homepage :
Advertising Department : SURGERY-TRANSPLANT
Division : ECU Health/BSOM
Classification Title : Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor, Associate Professor, Professor
Working Title : Division Chief of Transplant Surgery and Immunology
Number of Vacancies : 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) : 1.0
Full Time or Part Time : Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range : Salary commensurate with qualifications
Position Location (City) : Greenville
Position Type : Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category : Faculty (Physician)
Organizational and Program Overview
The Department of Surgery is a multi-faceted organization in a complex structure within the School of Medicine. The Chair is also the Chief of Surgical Services for the hospital, with responsibilities including administration of the OR, allocation of resources, bed adequacy, and credentialing of surgical staff.
The department includes faculty in general & bariatric surgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, surgical oncology, transplant surgery, and trauma & acute care surgery. The department supports patient care, medical education, and research for eastern North Carolina, and includes a vibrant research program with funded grants and clinical trials.
Job Duties and Program Highlights
ECU Health Physicians and East Carolina University’s Department of Surgery seek a Transplant Surgeon to serve as Division Chief of Transplant Surgery and Immunology . Academic appointment at Associate Professor or Professor with tenure-track or fixed-term options. The Transplant Program delivers state-of-the-art care across eastern North Carolina, plans to launch a liver transplant service, and serves a 29-county area with 1.4 million people. The program has 120+ annual renal transplants and is expanding into robotic donor nephrectomy. The division includes 4 surgeons and is involved in training and research. There is access to DaVinci Xi and DaVinci DV5 Robots and a comprehensive benefits package.
Employment by ECU Health Physicians – Academic Employment Model
Hospital privileges at ECU Health Medical Center (974-bed academic center, level 1 trauma)
Opportunity to operate at ECU Health Surgicenter
Established division with 4 surgeons
Clinically productive, involved in teaching and research
High-volume surgical program
Access to robotic platforms with teaching console
Comprehensive benefits including relocation, PTO, CME, malpractice tail, retirement, health insurance, and other benefits
ECU Health is a 1,708-bed academic system serving 1.4 million people in 29 counties, with a large workforce and multiple teaching hospitals. The system emphasizes patient care, education, and research.
Locations and Community
Greenville, NC – a university town with cultural and educational resources. Local highlights include the Dickinson Avenue Arts District, ECU and Pitt Community College, with ample outdoor recreation and affordable living.
Located inland from the NC coast; close to Raleigh and beaches
Home to East Carolina University and the Brody School of Medicine
Strong outdoor and coastal access; cost of living below national average
Downtown Greenville revitalization with growth of restaurants, shops, and services
Minimum Education/Experience
Board-certified in general surgery and completed ASTS-certified abdominal organ fellowship
Experience in patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team
MD or DO from an accredited institution; or foreign medical education acceptable for ECFMG certification
Licensure and Certification
North Carolina Medical License
Board certified with the American Board of Surgery
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Leadership experience and a strong background in clinical research
Application Instructions and Requirements
Applicants must submit a candidate profile online via PeopleAdmin and upload: Curriculum Vitae, Letter of Interest, List of Three References (with contact information). At employment, originals of letters of reference, official transcripts, criminal background check, and identity/employability documents are required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Additional Instructions
All applicants must complete the candidate profile online and submit requested documents. Preferred qualifications must meet the minimum requirements where applicable.
Job Open Date and Timeline
Job Open Date: 04/23/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Initial Screening Begins: 05/24/2026
Rank Level
Professor, Associate Professor
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Nondiscrimination and Employment Eligibility
East Carolina University prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. ADA accommodations and contact information are provided for applicants. Final candidates are subject to background checks and E-Verify as applicable.
Department for People Operations Contact
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Worksite address
greenville, NC, 27834, US
Who can apply
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