Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Ophthalmology

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Start-up package

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Kansas State University’s Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, invites applications for a clinical or tenure-track ophthalmology faculty position to serve small, large, and exotic animal patients. The successful candidate will join a well-equipped Ophthalmology Service and participate in resident training and didactic rounds.

Candidates must hold a DVM (or equivalent) and ACVO board certification or be eligible for certification; advanced training or degrees are

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• ACVO board certified, or eligible to take the certifying examination.
• The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
• Advanced clinical training, advanced academic degree, and/or specialty status in a relevant discipline is/are preferred and required for a tenure track position.

Responsibilities

• Directed clinical service will include delivery of ophthalmology services to small, large, and exotic animal patients in the Veterinary Health Center.
• Teaching responsibilities include instruction of veterinary students, interns, and residents in clinical rounds and didactic lectures.
• Opportunities exist for collaboration across a broad range of basic and clinical sciences within the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Skills

DVM or equivalent degree

ACVO board certified

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

ACVO board certified

Tools

Zeiss operating microscope

Phacoemulsification unit

Diode laser

Ultrasound imaging system

Confocal microscope

Job description

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Ophthalmology

Kansas State University

About This Role

The Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University, invites applications for a clinical or tenure track faculty position in ophthalmology. Applicants must hold a DVM or equivalent degree, be ACVO board certified, or be eligible to take the certifying examination. Competence in medical and surgical management of veterinary ophthalmology patients is required. Advanced clinical training, advanced academic degree, and/or specialty status in a relevant discipline is/are preferred and required for a tenure track position. The successful candidate will join an Ophthalmology Service that includes one ACVO board certified faculty member and two service-dedicated staff members (at least 1 credentialed veterinary technician), as well as a house officer training program for residents and specialty interns. The service area has three dedicated exam rooms, a large multipurpose conference room, and a state of the art, newly remodeled ophthalmology surgery suite. Current equipment includes a Zeiss operating microscope, Alexos 3 peristaltic phacoemulsification unit, Iridex diode laser for endoscopic or transscleral cyclophotocoagulation and retinopexy, Frigitronics liquid nitrogen cryosurgery unit, RETIport 3S electroretinography, Ultraview XL Ultrasound imaging system and ultrasound biomicroscope, a Heidelberg HRT2 RCM confocal microscope, and a fluorophotometer. The Veterinary Health Center at Kansas State University is supported by board certified faculty in large and small animal medicine and surgery, anesthesiology, dermatology, oncology (medical and radiation), zoological/exotics medicine and surgery, and diagnostic imaging. Directed clinical service will include delivery of ophthalmology services to small, large, and exotic animal patients in the Veterinary Health Center. Teaching responsibilities include instruction of veterinary students, interns, and residents in clinical rounds and didactic lectures. Opportunities exist for collaboration across a broad range of basic and clinical sciences within the College of Veterinary Medicine. We are motivated to provide an unprecedented faculty package for individuals who are dedicated to training veterinary students and residents and looking for a unique opportunity to become an integral member of a strong team. We are willing to provide flexibility for candidates to meet their career goals. The start-up, consultation and benefits package will be very competitive.

Kansas State University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. It is geographically located in a moderate climate with easy access to diverse recreational regions. Kansas State University was voted as the second-best place to work for professional adults in the nation. For more information visit www.ksu.edu or www.vet.k-state.edu.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree
• ACVO board certified, or be eligible to take the certifying examination
• *The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced clinical training, advanced academic degree, and/or specialty status in a relevant discipline is/are preferred and required for a tenure track position.

Other Requirements

• Competence in medical and surgical management of veterinary ophthalmology patients is required

Sponsorship Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Closes November 2, 2026.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Salary will be commensurate with the applicant's experience and