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Physician (Clinical)

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Eye Institute (NEI)

Summary

Thank you for your interest in this position. We are accepting applications through vacancy announcement NIH-GR-DH-26-12922313. The National Eye Institute (NEI) will accept applications on 04/27/2026 to 05/06/2026 at the link below.

Please click the following link to review and apply: www.usajobs.gov/job/864452900/preview.

We are not accepting applications through this announcement, NIH-NEI-FA-26-12946224.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/25/2026 to 05/06/2026
Salary
$169,279 - $350,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Montgomery County, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
15
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
NIH-NEI-FA-26-12946224
Control number
866627800

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Foreign nationals or legal permanent residents are not eligible for consideration.

Duties

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This unique role focuses on providing advanced clinical care to patients with ocular surface diseases, particularly graft-versus-host disease in bone marrow transplant recipients. As part of our team of ophthalmologists, you will support the complex care of patients with a range of ocular surface disorders.

Ideal candidates will have expertise in the use of local and systemic immunosuppressant therapies, along with experience applying these approaches in the management of intraocular inflammatory conditions. An understanding of comprehensive ophthalmologic practice-including the management of glaucoma and posterior segment diseases-is also preferred. Surgical practice is not expected for this role.

Candidates are preferred to be board certified in ophthalmology. Experience in an academic setting, including involvement in clinical research projects and engagement with relevant professional associations, is also desirable.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

  • The independent management of complex inflammatory eye diseases, especially of the ocular surface.
  • Involvement in clinical research projects.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Board certified in ophthalmology

Preferred Education and Experiences:
  • Subspecialty fellowship training in cornea +/- uveitis
  • Advanced clinical experience in the management of inflammatory eye diseases
  • Track-record of independent clinical practice in a secondary / tertiary referral setting
  • Experience conducting clinical research
  • Academic pedigree, evidenced by independent peer-reviewed publications
  • Recognition of academic and clinical excellence (e.g., awards and prizes)
  • Experience in medical and research communication and education

Prospective candidates with experience or qualifications aligned with the following positions are highly sought after, but not required: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor-level academic appointment.

Candidates with memberships of ophthalmology, ocular inflammation, and immunology associations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology are also highly sought after, but not required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

See vacancy announcement during the open period for position requirements.

Qualifications

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Education

See vacancy announcement during the open period for position requirements.

Additional information

  • We are not collecting applications through this posting.
  • This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
  • Title 38 pay is included in the salary of this position and is based on the physician's experience and field of expertise.
  • If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information is required annually. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/topics/fd.html.
  • If selected, you may be eligible to receive a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications and/or a special need of the Government for your services. This applies to employees paid under the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) pay systems and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. A salary above the minimum must be approved before the appointment.
  • A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining his or her annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee's entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
  • A newly appointed or reappointed individual may receive a recruitment incentive. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
  • A current federal government employee may receive a relocation incentive if moving from a different geographic location. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
  • NIH may repay certain outstanding Federally insured student loans to facilitate the recruitment and retention of highly qualified people. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
  • A one-year trial/probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
  • PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should also apply online to the announcement number that is accepting applications.
  • The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
  • The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Visit our Help Applying page for helpful information on the application process.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

See vacancy announcement during the open period for how you will be evaluated.

National Institutes of Health

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Agency contact information

Nichole Tedesco
Phone
(301) 827-1925
Email
tedesconm@mail.nih.gov
Address
National Institutes of Health
6701 Rockledge Drive
Bethesda, MD 20892
US

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