Comprehensive Ophthalmology Faculty
Comprehensive Ophthalmology Faculty
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Job Description
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Job Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Assistant Professor (CHS)Job Duties:
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a world class reputation for compassionate patient care cutting edge research and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. We are seeking candidates for a comprehensive ophthalmology position that will involve patient care teaching and support/develop clinical research. The position is estimated at 80% for comprehensive ophthalmology and 20% for academic time. Clinical activities will include patient care at UW Health clinic locations. Teaching activities will involve medical students residents and fellows. Research activities may include participation in clinical trials and/or translational research.
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Direct medical and surgical care of patients consistent with the scope of a comprehensive ophthalmology practice.
-A variety of clinical sites are available to practice at UW Health. Potential locations to provide care would be the following: 1 S. Park Clinic UW East Clinic Deming Way Clinic VA Hospital and/or regional clinics.
-General ophthalmology call requirements consistent with the standard for DOVS general call expectations.
-A strong commitment to teaching and mentoring residents fellows and medical students.
-Development/support of clinical or basic science research programs within the department.
-Involvement in clinical education or research working groups within the DOVS as appropriate.
-Commitment to a collegial productive working relationship with faculty and staff.
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health/Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/Comprehensive Service.
Compensation:
The starting salary for the position is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation holidays and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.
Required Qualifications:
-Board-certified or board eligible for Wisconsin Medical License by start of position.
-Completion of a U.S. Ophthalmology accredited residency and fellowship by start date of the position.
-Relevant experience in clinical practice.
-Interest in medical student and resident education.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Candidates for Associate Professor (CHS) or full Professor (CHS) rank must meet criteria for appointment at rank per UW School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for appointment and promotion on the CHS track.
Education:
M.D. or equivalent required.
How to Apply:
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You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 1 2025; however the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
Beth Reuter e
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Employment Type
Full-Time
