Glaucoma Specialist - Ophthalmologist

University of Wisconsin Madison; Brantford; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. This role is pivotal in conducting independent research, providing exceptional patient care, and educating future medical professionals. The ideal candidate will have a terminal degree, extensive clinical experience, and a passion for teaching. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this institution fosters a collaborative environment where innovative ideas can flourish. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of ophthalmology, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Generous vacation

Competitive insurance

Retirement benefits

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Required terminal degree (MD/DO) and residency training in U.S. Ophthalmology.
• Experience in conducting research and providing clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and establish an independent research program.
• Provide high-quality patient care at UW Health Clinics.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.

Skills

Research Skills

Patient Care

Teaching

Clinical Care

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Residency in Ophthalmology

Glaucoma Fellowship

Job description

Job Summary:

This position plays an integral role in conducting independent research, providing glaucoma patient care at UW Health Clinics in Madison, and teaching learners in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Additionally, this position may include patient care duties at UW Regional Services Clinics. The candidate has the option of combining glaucoma clinical care with comprehensive ophthalmology or other sub-specialty eye care.

Responsibilities:

This position will:

-Develop and establish an independent research program
-Pursue and obtain extramural funding for research program
- Provide high quality patient care at UW Health Madison and potentially Regional Services Clinics in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, including medical and surgical care
-Participate in resident/medical student/fellowship education in the clinic and in the operating room.
-Perform administrative duties as appropriate.
-Participate in professional, public and university service as appropriate.

The successful candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows.

The successful candidate will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
Terminal Degree
MD/DO or equivalent required.

Qualifications:

-Residency training in an U.S. Ophthalmology Accredited Program is required.
-Completed Glaucoma Fellowship is required by start date.
-Experience in conducting research, clinical care, and teaching.
-Candidates for professor and associate professor ranks must meet criteria for tenure at the University of Wisconsin.

License/Certification:

Required
MD - Physician - State Licensure
WI Medical License is required by start date.
Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology by start date.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Anticipated Begin Date:

SEPTEMBER 01, 2025

Salary:

Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

Additional Information:

This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with Position Vacancy Job #293825; please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two position vacancy listings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates with both tenure-track faculty credentials and non-tenure-track faculty credentials for this position.

How to Apply:

The deadline for assuring full consideration is April 1, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:

Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
-A cover letter describing 1) your interest in this position, 2) what you would bring to the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, 3) how the Department could contribute to your career.
-A single document listing contact information for three (3) references.

Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/institutional-reference-check/

Contact:

Beth Reuter
[e-mail]
608-263-3680
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Professor(FA020) or Associate Professor(FA030) or Assistant Professor(FA040)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/OPHTHAL&VIS SCI/GEN

Employment Class:

Faculty

Job Number:

299647-FA

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

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Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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