Ophthalmology- Research Associate Professor

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a full-time Research Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology. This role focuses on advancing research and education, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to both curriculum and clinical translational research. Candidates must have a Florida Medical License and be board certified/eligible in Ophthalmology.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing academic community dedicated to improving patient care through cutting-edge research.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong leadership skills for research collaboration.
• Eligible for board certification in Ophthalmology and licensed to practice in Florida.
• Experience in mentoring and recruiting in the academic field.

Responsibilities

• Advance the research and educational missions of the department.
• Collaborate across departments to enhance clinical translational research.
• Contribute to the curriculum for medical students and graduate programs.

Skills

Leadership for research collaboration

Interdisciplinary research skills

Ophthalmology expertise

Mentorship skills

Education

Board certification and eligibility in Ophthalmology

Florida Medical License or University Medical Certificate

Job description

## Ophthalmology- Research Associate ProfessorApplyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Miami, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R100097928**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UMMSOM) is experiencing a period of expansion and is seeking exceptional candidates to join the faculty.This is a full-time Research Assoc. Professor position in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.**CORE JOB FUNCTIONS*** Advance the research and educational missions of the Miller School of Medicine by enhancing the Institute’s activities dedicated to ophthalmic research.* Provide leadership for research collaboration focused on AI Research.* Collaborate with various Departments across the University to foster interdisciplinary research and leverage resources and expertise* Contribute to the excellence of MSOM’s clinical partner, UHealth, with cutting edge clinical translational research that will improve patient care and expand health services.* Contribute to the curriculum for medical students and other graduate programs* Successfully recruit, mentor and retain faculty, researchers, and students to work in the field of ophthalmology.* Create a sustainable environment through research funding and philanthropy for the continued growth and success of the Department of Ophthalmology.***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:****Certification and Licensing:*** The candidate must be board certified/eligible and must have a license to practice medicine in the state of Florida (Florida Medical License or University Medical Certificate) **The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this job classification. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. This a job profile description and not all duties may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department.**The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Faculty