Neurosurgical Oncologist, Brain Tumor Focus - Faculty Position (MD/DO) - UNC School of Medicine
UNC Health · Durham, NC
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FULL-TIME
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Job Description
• Compensation: competitive salary with quality/productivity incentives and full benefits (pay offers are set by experience and internal equity)
• Location: UNC Medical Center (Chapel Hill), NC
• Status: Full Time
• System: UNC Health, an integrated academic health system serving all of North Carolina
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Neurosurgical Oncologist, Brain Tumor Focus-Faculty Position (MD/DO) - UNC School of Medicine
Position Overview
The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the UNC School of Medicine’s Department of Neurosurgery are seeking a full-time physician-scientist (open rank) specializing in the treatment and research of brain tumors to lead the Neurosurgical arm of the UNC Neuro-Oncology Program. This is a unique opportunity for a collaborative clinical and research leader to advance a well-established, multidisciplinary program. Ideal candidates will be fellowship-trained in Neurosurgical Oncology and demonstrate a strong commitment to both clinical excellence and academic inquiry.
Neuro-Oncology Program
The Neuro-Oncology program features a robust and collaborative clinical practice comprised of:
• Neuro-Oncologists and Neurosurgeons with specialized expertise in brain tumors
• Dedicated Radiation Oncologists with advanced clinical and research experience in fractionated radiation therapy and stereotactic radiosurgery
This highly integrated, multidisciplinary structure supports comprehensive patient care and fosters innovation in treatment approaches. The program is further strengthened by:
• A robust clinical trials portfolio
• A centralized clinical trials office providing extensive research infrastructure and support
• Participation in national research networks, including the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Qualifications
• M.D. required
• Fellowship training in Neurosurgical Oncology
• Board Certified/Eligible in Neurological Surgery
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in clinical research and multidisciplinary program leadership
• Location: UNC Medical Center (Chapel Hill), NC
• Status: Full Time
• System: UNC Health, an integrated academic health system serving all of North Carolina
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Neurosurgical Oncologist, Brain Tumor Focus-Faculty Position (MD/DO) - UNC School of Medicine
Position Overview
The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the UNC School of Medicine’s Department of Neurosurgery are seeking a full-time physician-scientist (open rank) specializing in the treatment and research of brain tumors to lead the Neurosurgical arm of the UNC Neuro-Oncology Program. This is a unique opportunity for a collaborative clinical and research leader to advance a well-established, multidisciplinary program. Ideal candidates will be fellowship-trained in Neurosurgical Oncology and demonstrate a strong commitment to both clinical excellence and academic inquiry.
Neuro-Oncology Program
The Neuro-Oncology program features a robust and collaborative clinical practice comprised of:
• Neuro-Oncologists and Neurosurgeons with specialized expertise in brain tumors
• Dedicated Radiation Oncologists with advanced clinical and research experience in fractionated radiation therapy and stereotactic radiosurgery
This highly integrated, multidisciplinary structure supports comprehensive patient care and fosters innovation in treatment approaches. The program is further strengthened by:
• A robust clinical trials portfolio
• A centralized clinical trials office providing extensive research infrastructure and support
• Participation in national research networks, including the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Qualifications
• M.D. required
• Fellowship training in Neurosurgical Oncology
• Board Certified/Eligible in Neurological Surgery
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in clinical research and multidisciplinary program leadership
Benefits
- Health insurance
Additional Details
- City
- Durham
- State
- North Carolina
- Country
- US
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