Neuro-Ophthalmology Faculty Opportunity at a Top Research University

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

HSA contributions

Excellent retirement plans

PSLF eligibility

Wellbeing program

Job summary

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences at the University of Minnesota seeks an ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology to join our expanding faculty. The role offers a dynamic academic environment with strong clinical programs, outstanding residents and fellows, and robust research infrastructure.

Responsibilities include clinical care focused on visual pathways and complex neuro-ophthalmic diseases, teaching for residents and fellows, and leading or

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required and board eligibility in Ophthalmology or Neurology.
• Fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology.
• ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency completion.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota.
• Strong clinical, teaching and scholarly activity commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care focusing on neuro-ophthalmic disorders.
• Teach and mentor residents, medical students, and Neuro-Ophthalmology fellows.
• Engage in scholarly activity and potential clinical trials or research.
• Participate in department and institutional service and leadership activities.

Skills

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Clinical Ex excellence

Residency Education

Research Collaboration

Education

MD or DO degree

ACGME Ophthalmology Residency

Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology

Board certification or eligibility in Ophthalmology or Neurology

Minnesota medical licensure eligibility

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a highly qualified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology to join our growing faculty. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic environment with strong clinical programs, outstanding residents and fellows, and robust research infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Clinical

• Provide high-quality patient care with emphasis on medical and neurological diseases affecting the visual pathways, eye movements, and pupils.
• Staff outpatient clinics, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (e.g., neuro-imaging interpretation, lumbar punctures, specialized injections) as appropriate for complex neuro-ophthalmic conditions.
• Participate in shared call coverage within the department, often collaborating with Neurology.

Education

• Teach and mentor ophthalmology residents, medical students, and Neuro-Ophthalmology fellows.
• Participate in didactic activities, including lectures, case conferences, and skills training.
• Support the educational mission by contributing to curriculum development and academic initiatives.

Research

• Engage in scholarly activity aligned with departmental areas of excellence, including visual neuroscience, optic nerve disorders, neuro-imaging, neuro-protection, or translational research.
• Support or lead clinical trials, population studies, or laboratory collaborations depending on interest and expertise.
• Pursue intramural and extramural funding with institutional support.

Service

• Participate in departmental, institutional, and/or national committee service.
• Contribute to the academic community through leadership, collaboration, and professional involvement.

About the Department

The missions of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences are teaching, research, service and provision of excellent clinical service. Primary academic missions of the department are to teach medical students, post-M.D. trainees (residents and fellows) and students in allied health programs and to advance knowledge in ophthalmology through basic scientific and clinical research endeavors. More at https://www.ophthalmology.umn.edu/.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $58,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary at the Assistant Professor rank will be $300,000. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota.

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
• Malpractice coverage
• CME support
• Access to cutting‑edge imaging, clinical trials infrastructure, and research support services.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world‑renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non‑profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non‑clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Completion of an ACGME‑accredited Ophthalmology residency (or a combined Neurology/Ophthalmology pathway).
• Fellowship training in Neuro‑Ophthalmology.
• Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Ophthalmology or Neurology.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Minnesota.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and scholarly productivity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in academic medicine with a record of publications or funded research.
• Clinical expertise in complex optic neuropathies, unexplained visual loss, motility disorders, and pupillary abnormalities.
• Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration with Neurology, Neurosurgery, Rheumatology, and Neuro‑Imaging services.