Academic Ophthalmologist: Clinic, Teaching & Research

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School is seeking a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist to join the Department of Ophthalmology and the Mitchell and Shannon Wong Eye Institute (MSWEI). Qualified candidates will be considered at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, Professional Track, or Professor Title Series (nontenured).

The department seeks a dynamic, academically oriented faculty member with a commitment to patient care, education, and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Current Board certification/eligibility in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship training in either Cornea/External Disease, Glaucoma, Uveitis or Medical Retina.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Texas.
• Eligible for faculty appointment with The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care, education, and academic medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical ophthalmic care to patients across a broad range of ophthalmic conditions, including patients in their subspecialty area.
• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care and participate in clinical innovation and care redesign initiatives.
• Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, and other learners in the diagnosis and clinical and surgical management of ophthalmic disease.
• Engage in scholarly activity, clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, or other academic pursuits aligned with the mission of Dell Medical School.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and development of the Department of Ophthalmology and MSWEI.
• Develop collaborative relationships with referring physicians, hospitals, and community partners throughout Austin and Central Texas.
• Participate in departmental service, committees, and other academic activities as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership experience

Teaching residents and students

Education

Medical degree from an accredited medical school

Current Board certification/eligibility in Ophthalmology

Fellowship training in Cornea/External Disease, Glaucoma, Uveitis or Medical Retina

Eligible for medical licensure in Texas

Eligible for faculty appointment with The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School is seeking a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist to join the Department of Ophthalmology and the Mitchell and Shannon Wong Eye Institute (MSWEI). Qualified candidates will be considered at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, Professional Track, or Professor Title Series (nontenured).

The department seeks a dynamic, academically oriented faculty member with a commitment to patient care, education, and scholarly activity.