Glaucoma Specialist - Academic

Glaucoma Specialist (Assistant/Associate/Professor)

West Virginia University School of Medicine - Department of Ophthalmology
Location: Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University (WVU) School of Medicine and the Department of Ophthalmology are seeking a fellowship-trained Glaucoma Specialist for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic academic department and practice at a state-of-the-art facility in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Position Highlights

• Provide comprehensive ophthalmology care with a focus on glaucoma
• Engage in teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows
• Participate in clinical, educational, and (as applicable) research initiatives
• Faculty appointment commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments

Academic Expectations

• Active involvement in medical education is required at all ranks
• Candidates at the Associate Professor or Professor level are expected to:
  • Maintain a strong record of scholarly achievement
  • Lead or contribute to an externally funded research program
  • Demonstrate academic leadership and publication in high-impact journals

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent)
• Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology
• Eligible for West Virginia medical licensure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Department Overview

The WVU Department of Ophthalmology includes 21 faculty members across 10 subspecialties: Comprehensive, Cornea, Glaucoma, Low Vision, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Ocular Oncology, Oculoplastics, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retina, and Uveitis.

• Home to the only accredited ophthalmology residency and fellowship programs in West Virginia
• Residency program currently includes 10 residents, with planned expansion to 12
• Fellowship programs in Glaucoma, Retina, and Oculoplastics

Facilities & Clinical Volume

The WVU Eye Institute is a state-of-the-art facility featuring:

• 43 exam rooms and multiple procedure/testing suites
• Dedicated ophthalmic simulation lab
• On-site optical shop and minor surgery suite
• Basic science laboratories and wellness center

Annual volume:

• 40,000+ patient visits
• 2,200+ surgical procedures

Research & Innovation

• Home to the nationally recognized Vision Research Center
• Active collaboration across WVU and external institutions
• Current funding includes multiple NEI grants (R01 and R21)
• Ongoing clinical trials and global research initiatives, including glaucoma research in St. Lucia

Community & Outreach

The department is deeply committed to serving underserved populations through:

• HealthRight Clinic (indigent care)
• Childrens Vision Rehabilitation Program
• Appalachian Vision Outreach Program
• International partnerships (e.g., St. Lucia outreach programs)
• VA Medical Center clinical services

About WVU Medicine

The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginias largest health system and the states largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals - including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Childrens Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia - and five institutes. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.

Location - Morgantown, WV

• Within 1 hour of Pittsburgh, PA; 3 hours of Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD
• Ranked among the top small metro areas for quality of life and business climate
• Family-friendly community with excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and cultural amenities

Apply

Build your academic legacy while making a meaningful impact in patient care, education, and research.

• Learn more: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/eye/
• Apply online: www.wvumedicine.org/careers

For additional information, please contact: karen-marie.johnson@wvumedicine.org

West Virginia University & University Health Associates are AA/EO employers - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.
WVU is also a recipient of the NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.