Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, Retina Specialist - Ruiz Department of Ophth[...]

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston seeks a Retina Specialist for an academic track position. Candidates will engage in clinical practice, research, and teaching within the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science. This role offers opportunities for leadership and requires fellowship training in medical retina and board certification in ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training or equivalent in medical retina required.
• Board certified or eligible in ophthalmology.
• Eligible for a medical license in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Clinical practice at Lyndon B Johnson Hospital and Cizik Eye Clinic.
• Engagement in research and teaching activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

Education

Completed fellowship training in medical retina

Board certification in ophthalmology

Job description

Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, Retina Specialist - Ruiz Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, McGovern Medical School

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Position Overview

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified clinician with retina fellowship training to join the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science. This is an academic track position with opportunities and expectations for research and teaching. Candidates at the assistant, associate, or full professor level will be considered. Applicants with an established funded research program may be considered for higher rank.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical practice at Lyndon B Johnson Hospital and Cizik Eye Clinic, with the proportion depending on physician interest and departmental needs.
• Engagement in research and teaching activities.

Qualifications

• Completed fellowship training or equivalent in medical retina.
• Board certified or eligible in ophthalmology.
• Eligible for a medical license in Texas.

Desired Attributes

Applicants should demonstrate excellence, discovery, and service commitment, with potential for leadership within the department. Preferred skills include excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a strong potential for leadership roles.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care