Ophthalmology (Medical Retina) Assistant Professor

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous time off

CME support

Retirement plans

PSLF opportunity

Research support

Malpractice coverage

Educational programs

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences seeks an ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Medical Retina and Uveitis to join our growing faculty in Minnesota. This 100% appointment offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic environment with strong clinical programs and robust research infrastructure.

You will participate in clinical care, teaching residents and fellows, and scholarly activities, with collaboration across imaging

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency.
• Fellowship training in Medical Retina, Surgical Retina, Uveitis, or a combined program.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and scholarly productivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care focusing on retina, vitreous, and uvea diseases.
• Staff outpatient clinics, perform intravitreal injections, lasers, and surgeries as appropriate.
• Participate in shared call coverage within the department.
• Teach and mentor residents, medical students, and fellows; participate in didactic activities and curriculum development.
• Engage in scholarly activity aligned with departmental strengths; lead or support clinical trials and translational research.

Education

MD or DO degree

ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency

Fellowship training in Medical Retina, Surgical Retina, Uveitis, or combined

Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology

Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota

Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and scholarly productivity

Job description

About the Job

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a highly qualified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in both Surgical/Medical Retina and Uveitis 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 surgical diseases of the retina, vitreous, and uvea.
• Staff outpatient clinics, perform intravitreal injections, lasers, and surgical interventions as appropriate.
• Participate in shared call coverage within the department.

Education

• Teach and mentor ophthalmology residents, medical students, and retina/uveitis 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 clinical outcomes, translational research, imaging, inflammation, gene therapy, or regenerative medicine.
• 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency.
• Fellowship training in Medical Retina, Surgical Retina, Uveitis, or a combined program.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology.
• 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 uveitis, inflammatory disorders, and advanced retina pathology.
• Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration with rheumatology, oncology, infectious disease, and imaging sciences.

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 range at the Assistant Professor rank will be $300,000 - $400,000 and will be determined based on experience and rank at hire. 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 Physicians.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.