Tenure-Track Vision Science Scholar

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Exclusive campus perks (retail, dining

Child care savings

Discounts on campus events

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an outstanding early‑career scientist for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Ophthalmology. The candidate will establish an independent vision science program and may affiliate with a basic science department that fits their skills. Reports to the Department Chair, Dr.

Benjamin J. Frankfort. Qualifications include a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with strong potential for independent funding, high-impact publications, and

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have potential to establish or lead an independent research program in vision science.
• Track record of competitive research funding is preferred.
• Consistent record of high-impact publications and presentations.
• Experience mentoring junior learners and managing personnel/budgets.

Responsibilities

• Establish or lead an independent vision science research program within the Department of Ophthalmology.
• Build collaborations and secure funding to support research and education.
• Contribute to a growing program and collaborate with clinical and basic science efforts.

Skills

Vision science

Independent research program

Mentoring

Education

PhD/MD/MD-PhD

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an outstanding early‑career scientist for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Ophthalmology. The candidate will establish an independent vision science program and may affiliate with a basic science department that fits their skills. Reports to the Department Chair, Dr.

Benjamin J. Frankfort. Qualifications include a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with strong potential for independent funding, high-impact publications, and