Open Rank Glaucoma Specialist, Ophthalmology

University of Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking a tenure-eligible faculty member specializing in glaucoma for its Department of Ophthalmology. The ideal candidate will have an MD and a completed fellowship in glaucoma, along with a commitment to academic medicine.

This position combines clinical duties with resident education and research opportunities, fulfilling an essential role in the department. Competitive salary and rank will commensurate with experience. Applications are being accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent required by appointment start date.
• Completion of a fellowship in glaucoma is mandatory.
• Must be committed to combining clinical practice with education or research.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a faculty member at the Department of Ophthalmology.
• Provide clinical care and conduct research in glaucoma.
• Participate in resident education.

Skills

American Board of Ophthalmology certification

Commitment to academic medicine

Clinical practice experience

Interest in resident education

Fellowship in glaucoma

Education

MD or equivalent

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 glaucoma. 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. To learn more please visit https://dualcareer.virginia.edu/. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

For more information on the benefits available to faculty at UVA, visit https://provost.virginia.edu/subsite/faculty-development and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

Qualifiations

Qualified candidates must have an MD or equivalent by appointment start date and must have completed a fellowship in glaucoma. 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 online application with the following 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].