Assistant Professor (Clinical) Pediatric Ophthalmology

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 190 000 - 240 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

University of Utah's Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the Moran Eye Center seeks two pediatric ophthalmologists for full‑time clinical track faculty roles. Responsibilities include patient care at Moran clinics and teaching residents and fellows in clinic and operating room settings.

Research is encouraged and salary is commensurate with credentials. Candidates must complete an accredited ophthalmology residency and be board certified or board eligible by the AB Ophthalmology;

Qualificações

• Must have completed an accredited ophthalmology residency.
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship trained in pediatric ophthalmology.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clinical care of patients at Moran clinics with emphasis on pediatric and adult patients.
• Teach and train residents and fellows in the clinic and operating room.
• Support research projects and scholarly activity as encouraged.

Conhecimentos

Clinical care

Teaching/mentoring

Formação académica

Ophthalmology residency completed

Board certified or board eligible by American Board of Ophthalmology

Fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Information

Position/Rank Assistant Professor (Clinical) Pediatric Ophthalmology

Department 00267 - Ophthalmology-Services

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Non Tenure Track

New Position to Begin When Available

Details

PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY POSITION

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah, John A. Moran Eye Center is actively seeking two pediatric ophthalmologists. The positions will include clinical care of patients at our Moran clinics with an emphasis on the medical and surgical care of pediatric and adult patients. Clinical and/or basic research projects are encouraged. Responsibilities include resident and fellow teaching and training in the clinic and operating room. This is a full-time clinical track faculty position in an academic setting. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials. Candidates must have completed an accredited ophthalmology residency and should be board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology as well as fellowship trained in pediatric ophthalmology.

Inquiries may be sent to [e-mail]

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Notice

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Three letters of recommendation are required. please solicit three letters of recommendation on your behalf and have these letters emailed to [e-mail] and addressed to

Jeff Pettey, M.D., M.B.A.

Chair, department of Ophthalmology

65 Mario Capecchi Drive

Salt lake City, UT 84132

Open Date 11/02/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN04173F

Type Faculty