Cornea Specialist (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor)

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland seeks a Cornea Specialist for a full-time academic appointment. The role combines busy clinical practice with an established referral base and opportunities for teaching within a leading academic medical center.

The ideal candidate is board-certified or eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has completed an accredited Ophthalmology residency and a cornea fellowship, with licensure eligibility in Oregon and Washington.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
• Completed Accredited Ophthalmology Residency Program.
• Completed Cornea Fellowship.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Oregon and Washington.
• Open to candidates at any career stage, including current trainees.

Responsibilities

• Provide cornea specialty clinical care to patients.
• Engage in teaching and academic activities within a respected medical center.
• Collaborate with a large ophthalmology/optometry team to support patient care.

Skills

Board-certified/board-eligible

Teaching & academic engagement

Education

ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology Residency

Cornea Fellowship

Job description

OREGON, Portland. Oregon Health & Science University, (OHSU), is a leading health and research university that strives for excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. Casey Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), is seeking a full-time Cornea Specialist to join our faculty at its main campus in Portland, Oregon. The ideal candidate must be board-certified or board-eligible. Oregon state medical licensures are required.

OHSU is a nationally recognized academic health center dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. The Casey Eye Institute is home to a collaborative team of 69 ophthalmologists, 12 optometrists, and multiple basic science faculty, and offers comprehensive subspecialty care including: Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Oculoplastics, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Pathology, Oncology, Uveitis & Ocular Immunology, Low Vision Rehabilitation and Ophthalmic Genetics.

The department supports robust training programs including 15 ophthalmology residents and 11 clinical fellows, in addition to internationally recognized research programs in optical coherence tomography (OCT), biomedical informatics, and basic science.

Portland offers the best of the Pacific Northwest—vibrant urban life, diverse neighborhoods, and a thriving food and arts scene. Enjoy four seasons, mild winters, and easy access to beaches, mountains, forests, and year-round outdoor recreation.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time academic appointment at OHSU
• Busy clinical practice with an established referral base
• Opportunities for teaching and academic engagement
• Collaborative environment in a respected academic medical center

• Must be board certified or eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology
• Completion of an Accredited Ophthalmology Residency Program
• Completion of a Cornea Fellowship
• Eligible for medical licensure in Oregon and Washington

Candidates at any career stage, including current trainees, are encouraged to apply.