Glaucoma Faculty Position for the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute - Arlington, VA

Requisition #: A-136305-44

Status: Full Time

Type: Faculty

School: School of Medicine

Department/Program: Department of Ophthalmology

Location City: Arlington

Location State: VA

Location Zip Code: 22203

Closing Date: Open until filled

To apply: apply.interfolio.com/136305

General Description

The Glaucoma Division within the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute is seeking an MD, MD/PhD, or other combined degree candidate who has previously completed a glaucoma fellowship. This position will  fulfill clinical needs in the National Capital Region.

Candidates should be active glaucoma surgeons, and ideally should have familiarity with both traditional (trabeculectomy, tube shunt), as well as minimally-invasive glaucoma surgical techniques. Expertise with cataract surgery is preferred. The candidate may be a present or recent glaucoma fellow or a more experienced faculty member.

A career plan which furthers Johns Hopkins' goal of clinical excellence accompanied by excellence in teaching and/or research is imperative and will be actively supported. For clinician-scientists, Wilmer offers an unmatched set of opportunities for mentorship and for early-career research support, including endowed Rising Professorships.

Candidates should have an interest in teaching medical students, residents and fellows through interactive teaching sessions, in-person clinical teaching, and surgically. Individuals with an interest in innovative teaching methods are welcomed.

Our current glaucoma faculty meet, and typically exceed, national academic medicine salary medians as part of a compensation system with outstanding benefits and an incentive plan. Faculty rank and support will be commensurate with applicants' experience and accomplishments.

Qualifications

MD, MD/PHD, or other combined degree candidate who has previously completed a glaucoma fellowship.  

Application Instructions

Please submit application materials via the "Apply Now" link.

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Pre-Employment Information

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