Open Rank Faculty, Cornea Specialist, Ophthalmology

University of Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position specializing in cornea and external disease at the Department of Ophthalmology. This role requires an MD or equivalent and completion of a cornea fellowship. The position provides opportunities for clinical practice, resident education, and research.

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to academic medicine and be American Board of Ophthalmology certified or board-eligible. Application materials include CV, cover letter, and references.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a fellowship in cornea.
• Committed to a career in academic medicine.
• Interested in combining clinical practice with resident education or research.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in ophthalmology.
• Engage in resident education.
• Conduct research in cornea and external disease.

Skills

Clinical practice

Resident education

Research interest

Board certified or board eligible

Education

MD or equivalent

Completed fellowship in cornea

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a tenure‑eligible faculty position specializing in cornea and external disease. The Department currently serves as the ophthalmic referral center for central and western Virginia and parts of West Virginia, North Carolina, and eastern Tennessee. The abundance of patient volume provides excellent opportunities for advancement in ophthalmology.

Salary, rank, and tenure are commensurate with education and experience. The position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre‑employment health screen is required for this position prior to start date. UVA assists faculty spouses and partners seeking employment in the Charlottesville area.

For more information on the benefits available to faculty at UVA, visit https://provost.virginia.edu/subsite/faculty-development and https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

Qualifiations

Qualified candidates must have an MD or equivalent by appointment start date and must have completed a fellowship in cornea. The incumbent must be committed to a career in academic medicine and interested in combining clinical practice with resident education and/or research. Must be American Board of Ophthalmology certified or board‑eligible.

Application Instructions

Please apply through Interfolio. Complete an application with the following required documents:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for at least three references

For additional information about the position or application process, please contact Jenny Hamlin at [e-mail].