We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual to join our team as an Open Rank Academic Investigator in Ophthalmology at the University of Virginia. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to our research efforts to reduce vision-threatening eye disease and develop new concepts in understanding the mechanisms of ocular disease.

• Support research efforts to reduce vision-threatening eye disease
• Develop new concepts in understanding the mechanisms of ocular disease
• Independently carry out experiments
• Contribute to the mission for vision science
• Serve as a resource and mentor for the research group
• Participate in the education and training of research fellows, laboratory staff, and medical students

Qualified candidates must have an MD or equivalent by appointment start date.

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

Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

We offer a competitive salary, rank, and tenure commensurate with education and experience. The University of Virginia is located in beautiful Charlottesville with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the eastern shore, and the nation's Capital. Charlottesville is one of the best places to live, with a vibrant town, culture, music, restaurants, excellent schools, and opportunities for outdoor activities.

We assist faculty spouses and partners seeking employment in the Charlottesville area. To learn more, please visit https://www.uva.edu and https://www.charlottesville.org.

For more information about the benefits available to faculty at UVA, visit https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits.