The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Open Rank)
The role is for an Open Rank Pediatric Surgical Ophthalmologist in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It includes outpatient care, surgical responsibilities, an interest in clinical and/or bench research, and resident and medical student teaching and supervision, with service at the UNC Kittner Eye Center and other UNC Eye clinical sites.
Key Responsibilities
- • outpatient care
- • surgical responsibilities
- • an interest in clinical and/or bench research
- • resident and medical student teaching and supervision
- • This position will serve patients at both the UNC Kittner Eye Center ... and at various other clinical sites owned by UNC Eye
Required
- • MD, DO, or equivalent required
Preferred
- • Prior experience in academic medical setting
Benefits & Perks
- • University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning
- • exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events
- • a comprehensive benefits package
- • paid leave
- • a variety of health, life and retirement plans
- • additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department Ophthalmology - 413201
Posting Open Date 12/18/2025
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Open Rank)
Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID FAC0005764
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Qualifications
Hiring Range Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2026
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
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.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being 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.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, invites
applications for an Open Rank Pediatric Surgical Ophthalmologist position. Responsibilities include outpatient care, surgical responsibilities, an interest in clinical and/or bench research, and resident and medical student teaching and supervision. This position will serve patients at both the UNC Kittner Eye Center, located 2226 Nelson Hwy, Ste. 200, Chapel Hill, NC and at various other clinical sites owned by UNC Eye.
Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Note: The Department will consider variable hours (full-time or part-time) from 0.5 FTE – 1.0 FTE .
This position will report directly to the new Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Benjamin Frankfort.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
MD, DO, or equivalent required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Prior experience in academic medical setting.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Any individual wishing to be considered must submit a formal application at the following link: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/311029.
Please include a CV, cover letter, and a list of contact information for at least 3 professional colleagues who may be contacted to provide a professional reference.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/311029
Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title Gina Austen, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email gina_austen@med.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Posting Information
Department Ophthalmology - 413201
Posting Open Date 12/18/2025
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Open Rank)
Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID FAC0005764
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Qualifications
Hiring Range Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2026
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
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.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being 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.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, invites
applications for an Open Rank Pediatric Surgical Ophthalmologist position. Responsibilities include outpatient care, surgical responsibilities, an interest in clinical and/or bench research, and resident and medical student teaching and supervision. This position will serve patients at both the UNC Kittner Eye Center, located 2226 Nelson Hwy, Ste. 200, Chapel Hill, NC and at various other clinical sites owned by UNC Eye.
Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Note: The Department will consider variable hours (full-time or part-time) from 0.5 FTE – 1.0 FTE .
This position will report directly to the new Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Benjamin Frankfort.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
MD, DO, or equivalent required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Prior experience in academic medical setting.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Any individual wishing to be considered must submit a formal application at the following link: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/311029.
Please include a CV, cover letter, and a list of contact information for at least 3 professional colleagues who may be contacted to provide a professional reference.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/311029
Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title Gina Austen, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email gina_austen@med.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Keep track of your job search
Save personal notes for each job to track your thoughts, application status, and follow-ups.
Try for freeUpload your resume
Sign up to upload your resume and get AI-powered customization for job applications.
Sign up freePractice your interview
Get AI-powered mock interviews tailored to this Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Open Rank) role. Upload your resume and practice with real-time voice feedback.
Sign up to practice