Ophthalmology & Visual Neurosciences (Neuro Ophthalmology) Assistant Professor

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Continuous learning opportunities

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Excellent retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a qualified ophthalmologist in Neuro-Ophthalmology to join its faculty. This position emphasizes patient care, teaching residents, and engaging in research with support from the University.

Ideal candidates will hold an MD or DO and complete a residency in Ophthalmology. Salary starts at $58,000, with a total range between $225,000 – $300,000 based on experience. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare options and continuous learning support.

Qualifications

• Must have an MD or DO degree.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency is required.
• Fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care focusing on neuro‑ophthalmic conditions.
• Teach and mentor ophthalmology residents and fellows.
• Engage in research and pursue funding opportunities.

Skills

Clinical excellence in ophthalmology

Educational mentoring

Research in neuro‑ophthalmology

Education

MD or DO degree

Completion of ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency

Fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology

Job description

About the Job

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.

Qualifications

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.

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 $225,000 – $300,000 and will be determined based on experience and rank at hire. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

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

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.