Burt Distinguished Professorship

The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences (the Department) at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine is a collaborative group of surgeons and cardiologists who work together to treat patients with cardiac, vascular, and thoracic diseases. Comprised of cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, cardiovascular imaging, and pediatric cardiac care, the department offers the newest technology and approaches which allow for the diagnoses and treatment of heart and circulatory system conditions at all stages. The Department's educational pursuits support the highest quality of therapeutic care for patients with cardiovascular conditions and the Department serves as a leader in the prevention of cardiovascular disease, as well as in the rehabilitation of patients. With a focus on providing compassionate patient care and diverse educational opportunities, the Department is able to assist patients throughout eastern North Carolina and beyond. Fellowships in clinical cardiology, interventional cardiology, vascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery enables the spread of these advanced practices to numerous other physicians and surgeons. The Department is located within the East Carolina Heart Institute ( ECHI), which was designed to offer state-of-the-art medical technology, education, and research in one cardiovascular center. The cornerstone of ECHI is the collaboration between clinical medicine and scientific research. Researchers, scientists, and clinicians work together to create a place where patients come to receive world-class innovative care and cardiovascular specialists come to gain expertise. Research conducted within ECHI is related to various cardiovascular diseases, including: (1) clinical and basic research efforts in cardiovascular care, (2) clinical trials to develop new treatments for cardiovascular disease, (3) educational programs for local, regional, and national health care providers, (4) wellness and prevention programs, and (5) clinical programs, including adult and pediatric cardiology, cardiothoracic and vascular surgery.

The Travis and Cassandra Burt Distinguished Professorship will provide support to a faculty member in the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences that will serve the Brody School of Medicine. This Professorship is expected to enhance the academic and research programs within the Brody School of Medicine department of Cardiovascular Sciences. The faculty member will conduct research and provide educational support for medical students and residents while continuing their own research, participating in departmental service, and mentoring scholarly activities while serving as a role model for faculty and students at East Carolina University.

Maintain national accolades as a recognized eminent scholar and teacher for medical students and residents. Maintain excellence in patient care for East Carolina University, Brody School of Medicine, and ECU Health.

The term of the distinguished professor appointment will be no greater than a five-year appointment, renewable prior to expiration, in consultation with the Director of ECU Heart Institute and the Executive Dean of Brody School of Medicine and approved by the Chancellor (or designee).

This appointment will be available July 2025.

INTERNAL POSTING: Open to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University.

Current BSOM faculty member with rank of Associate Professor/Clinical Associate Professor or Professor/Clinical Professor within the department of Cardiovascular Sciences

MD or DO degree from an appropriately accredited institution

NC Medical License

MD or DO degree from an appropriately accredited institution
NC Medical License

Ideal candidates will have a distinguished record in the form of publications and other scholarly activity and active ongoing research activities.

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