Assistant Professor
University of Michigan
Assistant Professor
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How to Apply
Please send a cover letter, 2-page research statement, three reference contacts, and curriculum vitae to:
Ms. Wendy Mrdjenovich
[email protected]
Job Summary
The University of Michigan School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is seeking outstanding candidates for a tenure-track faculty position focused 80% or more on research. Successful candidates will be expected to establish an independent research program in Visual Sciences with a primary appointment in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and a joint appointment in an appropriate basic science department. Applicants focused on all areas of vision research will be evaluated with particular consideration given to those studying regeneration and restoration of vision, inflammation, modeling and mechanisms of eye disease, and cell and molecular biology of vision. Candidates applying for the rank of assistant or associate professor are particularly encouraged to apply.
The position is for the tenure track and is full-time with an expected hiring date in 2026. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and academic credentials. The University of Michigan provides an outstanding academic environment across all areas of STEM research and is perennially within the top five universities in the US for research funding. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has for many years been a leading center for research with more than 20 active research laboratories and more than 140 clinical and research faculty, and maintains a top 10 national ranking. Vision research at the University of Michigan is supported by a P30 Vision Center grant with 5 cores and a T32 training grant for graduate students and fellows in eye research. The department is also one of the country?s leaders in ophthalmology career development awards from both the NIH and foundations.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes ( .
Underfill Statement
This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
281332
Working Title
Assistant Professor
Job Title
PROFESSOR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Ophthal. & Visual Science
Posting Begin/End Date
8/06/2026 - 11/04/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular
Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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