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The Division of Ophthalmology in the Department of Surgery at the Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and its affiliated medical center The University of Vermont Medical Center, is recruiting a full-time academic Comprehensive Ophthalmologist. This individual must have completed a board approved 3- or 4- year ophthalmology residency, be board certified or board eligible, and eligible for medical licensure in the State of Vermont. The candidate must have demonstrated interest and ability in teaching medical students and residents and be willing to participate in the surgical teaching programs. This academic appointment will be in the non-tenure clinical scholar pathway at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor level commensurate with experience and training.

This is a full-time, 12-month, salaried, faculty appointment and carries with it attending staff privileges at The University of Vermont Medical Center. Salary is competitive and commensurate with ability and experience.

Located in Burlington, the University of Vermont and the University of Vermont Medical Center serve as Vermont’s only academic medical center. It is the only ACS verified Level 1 trauma center in the state and provides tertiary care to patients from Vermont and Northern NY. Burlington is a vibrant community located on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and Green Mountains. With year-round recreational opportunities, safe communities and excellent schools, this progressive community has been frequently cited as one of the most livable cities in the U.S.

The University of Vermont is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to inclusive excellence through their teaching, service, and scholarship. Our community embraces and advances the values of Our Common Ground: openness, respect, responsibility, integrity, innovation, and justice while upholding the highest standards of professionalism, driven by a passion for lifelong learning and improvement. Cultural humility, kindness, and respect form the foundations upon which the college strives to elevate professionalism in all its endeavors. Professionalism is demonstrated through integrity, accountability, compassion, altruism, and social responsibility.

Successful candidates will exhibit a strong commitment to the tenets of Our Common Ground and the principles of professionalism. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will enhance the impact of Our Common Ground values and professionalism, and advance inclusive excellence at LCOM and among the populations the college serves through teaching, service, and scholarship.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Applicants must apply online at: https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/77369 under Position # 00022902. Applications must include:
· CV
· Cover letter summarizing qualifications and how they will enhance the impact of Our Common Ground values and professionalism, and advance inclusive excellence at LCOM and among the populations the college serves through teaching, service, and scholarship.
· Contact information for three references

Questions about this opportunity may be directed to: Dr. Brian Kim via Kristin Allard at [email protected].

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Employment is subject to a successful background check.