Pediatric Ophthalmology Faculty Position

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Academy of Ophthalmology seeks a full-time faculty member at the assistant, associate, or professor level in the Department of Ophthalmology. Board certification/eligibility is required, with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology.

Responsibilities include clinical care, teaching residents and medical students, and opportunities for research and leadership roles. Two practice sites offer state-of-the-art equipment and excellent support.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible to be board certified.
• Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology required.
• Experience with pediatric cataracts and ROP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to patients.
• Lead/participate in clinical training of residents and medical students.
• Engage in clinical research and participate in administrative/leadership activities.
• Work across two practice sites with strong technical support.

Skills

Board certification

Pediatric ophthalmology

Pediatric cataracts

ROP (retinopathy of prematurity)

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia seeks a team-oriented full-time faculty member to join our Department at the assistant, associate, or professor level. Applicants must be board certified/eligible. Fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology is required. Duties will include clinical care of patients and clinical training of residents and medical students. Coupled to these are excellent opportunities for clinical research as well as administrative and leadership positions. Our two practice sites offer state of the art equipment and excellent technical support. COMPENSATION WILL BE HIGHLY COMPETITIVE. We can also accommodate a candidate wishing to combine a practice in pediatric ophthalmology with one in general ophthalmology. Experience with pediatric cataracts and ROP is preferred.

The Medical College of Georgia, founded in 1828, is the academic medical center for the University System of Georgia. It is located in Augusta, Georgia, a beautiful and cosmopolitan southern city offering a variety of rich historic, cultural, and culinary experiences with a low cost of living. The Riverwalk, located along the banks of the scenic Savannah River, leads to many of the downtown attractions, including museums, art galleries, coffee shops, local restaurants, and the Georgia Cyber Center. Atlanta is about two hours to the west and Charlotte is about 2 hours to the north, while the mountains of North Georgia and the Atlantic coast beaches located in Savannah, Hilton Head, and Charleston are all within easy reach. The climate is conducive to year round outdoor activity. Evans, GA, a suburb of Augusta, was voted the #1 place to live in the US in 2020 by Money magazine. You will be able to enjoy an outstanding work environment and lifestyle.

Academic rank and tenure track status to be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.