Office of the Scientific Director - NEI
Office of the Scientific Director, NEI
Deadline: open-ended
The National Eye Institute (NEI), Office of the Scientific Director, seeks an outstanding clinician-scientist for a tenure-track position to develop an independent translational research program with focus on retinal diseases. The candidate will examine and treat patients with ophthalmic disease, and conduct clinical trials. NEI has particular interest in clinical research related to neuronal-glial interactions in retinal diseases and to genetic retinal degenerative diseases. The candidate must hold an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree from a school in the US or Canada, or an equivalent degree from a foreign medical school. Candidates must be Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology or Board-eligible and are expected to have completed post-residency fellowship training in Medical or Surgical Retina.
Salary is commensurate with research experience and accomplishments. A full Federal package of benefits is available (including retirement, health, life and long term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan etc). This position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should submit an electronic application including curriculum vitae, a detailed statement of the proposed research, copies of their five most significant publications, and three reference letters to Ms. Mica Gordon at gordonmi@nei.nih.gov. The National Eye Institute does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.
DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers. NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment. NIH is a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.