Oculoplastic Specialist - Academic

Oculoplastic Specialist

Academic Faculty Appointment (Assistant, Associate, or Professor) West Virginia University School of Medicine – Department of Ophthalmology
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia

West Virginia University (WVU) School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, is seeking a Oculoplastic Specialist for a full-time faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor , commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will practice in Morgantown, West Virginia , at the WVU Eye Institute

Duties

• Clinical - Responsible for providing high quality, compassionate patient care through collaborative practice incorporating trainees into the clinical practice
• Teaching - Responsible for teaching medical students, residents, fellows and other trainees in a clinical setting
• Research - Research opportunities available based on training, experience and interest
• Residents and certified ophthalmic medical technicians assist with patient care and ancillary testing

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent)
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of West Virginia
• Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology
• Fellowship training in glaucoma is required
• For Associate Professor or Professor ranks:
• Demonstrated academic leadership
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Record of publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals

All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

Department of Ophthalmology

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

The department offers the only accredited ophthalmology residency program in the state , currently training 10 residents with planned expansion to 12 . Fellowship programs are available in glaucoma, retina, and oculoplastics .

WVU Eye Institute

Located on WVU’s medical campus, the state-of-the-art WVU Eye Institute is the largest comprehensive ophthalmology center in West Virginia. Last year, faculty provided care for more than 40,000 patient visits and performed 2,257 surgical procedures .

The facility includes:

• 43 examination rooms
• Dedicated testing and procedure rooms
• Minor surgery suite
• Affiliated optical shop
• Four basic science laboratories
• Ophthalmic surgical simulation laboratory
• Administrative, conference, and wellness spaces

Research Excellence

The nationally recognized WVU Vision Research Center plays a key role in advancing vision science through multidisciplinary collaborations. Current research funding includes four R01 grants and one R21 grant from the National Eye Institute (NEI). Clinical research programs are supported by NEI-funded trials focused on improving treatment and preventing blindness.

The department also maintains an active international glaucoma research program in St. Lucia , with additional global research initiatives in development.

Community and Outreach

The Department of Ophthalmology is deeply committed to serving the people of West Virginia through numerous outreach initiatives, including:

• Health Right Clinic (care for underserved populations in Morgantown)
• Children’s Vision Rehabilitation Program (statewide services for visually impaired children)
• Appalachian Vision Outreach Program (care in seven underserved southern WV counties)
• Pediatric eye care through Kids Insight , in partnership with the St. Lucia Blind Welfare Association and Lions Clubs
• Comprehensive ophthalmic services at the nearby Veterans Administration Medical Center

The department maintains longstanding partnerships with Lions Club International Foundation and local Lions Clubs to support eye care services for those in need.

WVU Medicine

WVU Medicine is West Virginia University’s affiliated health system, the largest private employer in the state , and a national leader in patient safety and quality. The system includes more than 1,000 physicians and 15,000 employees , serving patients across West Virginia and the nation.

About Morgantown, West Virginia

Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA, and approximately three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD. The city is consistently ranked among the best small metropolitan areas for quality of life and business climate, offering excellent schools, affordable housing, abundant outdoor recreation, and a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

West Virginia University and University Health Associates are  Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers — Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. WVU is a recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Award for Gender Equity .