Ophthalmologist - Cornea & External Disease (MD/DO)

The Department of Ophthalmology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is accepting applications for a full-time, fixed-term faculty position in Cornea and External Disease. Responsibilities include patient surgical and medical care of cornea/external diseases, providing high quality resident and medical student training, and participation in clinical and/or basic research. Academic rank and salary will be based on experience and credentials. Our department treats patients for a wide range of corneal and external ocular conditions, including complex anterior segment reconstruction, various keratoplasty techniques, corneal implants, and ocular surface surgeries. We offer corneal disease consultative and diagnostic services at UNC Kittner Eye Center in Chapel Hill. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency Board certification or board eligibility in Ophthalmology Candidates for this position should have completed a post-residency fellowship training in Cornea & External Disease Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of North Carolina Anyone wishing to be considered for the position should submit a formal application in addition to a full CV, cover letter, and list of 3-5 professional contacts who may be reached to provide a written letter of reference for candidacy. The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service. For additional information, please contact Laura Oakes at DetailsLegal Employer: NCHEALTHEntity: UNC Faculty PhysiciansOrganization Unit: Network Physician Recruitment Work Type: Full TimeStandard Hours Per Week: 40.00Work Schedule: Day JobLocation of Job: US:NC:Chapel HillExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NoQualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

Created: 2026-04-15