Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida's Department of Ophthalmology seeks a full-time faculty member for a position in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. This roles offers opportunities for patient care, research, and education in a new state-of-the-art facility. Ideal candidates will have an MD or DO degree with expertise in ocular health.

Benefits

Employer assistance with relocation costs

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement benefits with employer match

Professional liability protection

Qualifications

• Board certification in ophthalmology required.
• Experience in pediatric ophthalmology preferred.
• Strong communication and patient care skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.
• Engage in teaching and research activities.
• Participate in clinical practice within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Pediatric ophthalmology

Strabismus management

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

University of Florida College of Medicine

Department of Ophthalmology/UF Health Eye Center

2025-02-07

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the areas of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus to expand our academic practice. There is immediate opportunity to engage in a busy tertiary clinical practice in an established longstanding department with a brand new, state of the art clinic and surgery center. In addition to providing excellence in patient care, ample opportunities exist to develop independent and collaborative research and innovative education models in adiverse academic clinical department. To learn more about us, please visithttps://eye.ufl.edu/ .

Salary, rank and tenure status will be commensurate with credentials and experience. The College of Medicine has an active faculty compensation plan, which includes incentives and bonuses. Employer will assist with relocation costs.

University employer-paid benefits include individual and family (spouse/domestic partner and children up to age 26) health insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement benefits include participation in 403(b) and 457 plans as well as an employer match. Professional liability protection and sovereign immunity are administered by the Florida Board of Governors self-insurance program.

Gainesville is a charming city with a low cost of living, diverse population, excellent public schools, Division I NCAA sports, and no state income tax. The area is known for its natural beauty, with many springs, lakes and rivers. The mild climate allows for outdoor activities practically year-round. Culturally, the city is enriched by the influence of the university. The combination of college-town vitality and natural beauty makes Gainesville a one of a kind place where nature and culture meet.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply through the Careers at UF website athttp://jobs.ufl.edu . A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation are required.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.This position has an open recruiting deadline and will close upon selection of an appropriate candidate.The anticipated start date for this position is dependent upon selection of a successful candidate.

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approval by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found athttp://naces.org/ .

Contact

Jason Dugan, Faculty Recruiter

6201 W Newberry Rd
Gainesville , FL 32605
United States

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

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