Director

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The Director of Admissions and Recruitment for the Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program ( BBSP) at the UNC School of Medicine ( SOM) leads the design and execution of sophisticated recruitment strategies for approximately 15 PhD programs across multiple schools within the university. This position demands advanced expertise in university-wide policies, state and federal regulations, NIH reporting, and cutting-edge data systems to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. The role requires comprehensive oversight of the recruitment pipeline, from initial outreach to final admissions, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and diversity goals.

The Director is expected to possess a high level of strategic foresight, organizational leadership, and policy knowledge, including the capacity to analyze complex admissions data, optimize processes, and mentor staff in advanced recruitment techniques. The role reports directly to both the Director of BBSP and the Associate Dean of Graduate Education, reflecting its critical importance within the Office of Graduate Education ( OGE).

Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as Hybrid. This position is expected to be hybrid or fully on-site with at least 2-3 days of work per week on campus. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs. The Director of Admissions and Recruitment for the Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program ( BBSP) at the UNC School of Medicine ( SOM) leads the design and execution of sophisticated recruitment strategies for approximately 15 PhD programs across multiple schools within the university. This position demands advanced expertise in university-wide policies, state and federal regulations, NIH reporting, and cutting-edge data systems to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. The role requires comprehensive oversight of the recruitment pipeline, from initial outreach to final admissions, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and diversity goals.

The Director is expected to possess a high level of strategic foresight, organizational leadership, and policy knowledge, including the capacity to analyze complex admissions data, optimize processes, and mentor staff in advanced recruitment techniques. The role reports directly to both the Director of BBSP and the Associate Dean of Graduate Education, reflecting its critical importance within the Office of Graduate Education ( OGE).

Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as Hybrid. This position is expected to be hybrid or fully on-site with at least 2-3 days of work per week on campus. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to the development or administration of academic standards or curricula, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Experience in recruitment and admissions within higher education, with a focus on graduate-level programs. Knowledge of federal, state, and University regulations with recruitment and evaluation of candidates for graduate-level programs.

Project management experience or certification. Proven experience leading the entire admissions lifecycle for high-volume programs, preferably involving STEM disciplines.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.