Assistant Professor

Overview

The Department of Ophthalmology at Eastern Virginia Medical School is seeking applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position specializing in Cornea and External Disease. Interest in cataract and comprehensive ophthalmology would be beneficial. The greater Norfolk area has a large and diverse patient population, which enriches the clinical, educational, and research opportunities for the faculty.

Responsibilities

The physician will provide care to patients in an office/hospital setting

• Participate in education evaluation and career development of students, residents, fellows and staff.
• Participate in academic/clinical/research activities as needed Supervise staff under faculty supervision.
• Participate in administrative, department policy and procedure development.
• Participate in committees as assigned. Communication skills to present teaching materials Counseling of students for academic performance, life skills and professionalism
• Provide administrative and supervisory support to educational, clinical, research mission.

Qualifications

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

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references Location : Location US-VA-Norfolk