The Department of Ophthalmology (https://med.virginia.edu/ophthalmology/) at the University of Virginia School of Medicine (https://med.virginia.edu/) is seeking applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position specializing in vitreoretinal surgery and diseases. Experience in ocular oncology is a plus. 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.

Job Description

Qualified candidates must have an MD or equivalent by appointment start date and must have completed a fellowship in surgical retina. 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.

To Apply:

Please apply through Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/148874) . Complete an online (http://apply.interfolio.com/148874) 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 jenny@virginia.edu.

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