Position Information **Position/Rank** Associate Professor or Professor commensurate w/experience **Department** 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Track** Tenure Track **New Position to Begin** upon availability **Details** **Job Summary:** The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah’s John A. Moran Eye Center is seeking a visionary and service-oriented leader to serve as Vice Chair for Vision Research. This tenure-track position will be at the Associate or Full Professor level (commensurate with experience). We are looking for a candidate with demonstrated leadership in shaping research strategy, fostering collaborative environments, and mentoring investigators toward successful grant funding and academic promotion. The ideal candidate will have a strong record of sustained NIH , industry, or foundation support and a passion for enabling the success of others. This is a unique opportunity to lead the next chapter of the Moran Eye Center’s research mission—building on a strong foundation to elevate our impact in vision science. The successful candidate will work closely with departmental leadership to expand and support a thriving research community, recruit top-tier talent, and align research efforts with institutional priorities. The Moran Eye Center has ~100,000 dedicated laboratory space with 31 basic science and translational research faculty, 21 NIH R01s, an on-site vivarium, a P30 core grant, and a T32 training grant, with ample resources and room to grow and collaborate. **Qualifications:** Applicants must have a PhD &/or MD degree. Successful candidates will have experience in leading research initiatives. Proven track record obtaining grant funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Experience running a research laboratory, mentoring/teaching faculty & staff. And experience participating in university and professional administrative societies and committees. **Essential Functions:** Applicants should include the following items to Julee LaMothe through the University of Utah job site: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/189216. 1) CV 2) Statement of research Interests and funding goals 3) Two-three representative scholarly papers 4) Names & contact info for Letters of Recommendation from 3 people at or above your rank (These people should be outside the University of Utah.) All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Values and Culture The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu **EEO/Non-Discrimination Information** All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu **Notice** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. **Special Instructions for Candidates** **Open Date** 09/23/2025 **Close Date** **Open Until Filled** Yes **Requisition Number** PRN03913F **Type** Faculty