Pediatric Ophthalmologist, Open Rank

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Virginia Health System is seeking applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. 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.

This 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 employment.

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Qualifications

Candidates must have a MD and be American Board of Ophthalmology certified or board eligible, and fellowship training is required. The incumbent must be committed to a career in academic medicine and must be interested in combining clinical practice with resident education and/or research. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience

Application Instructions

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

• CV
• Cover Letter – please include how you learned about this position
• Contact information for at least 3 references

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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