Professor Term (Open Rank)

University of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Vitreoretinal Physician for a full-time faculty position. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to clinical care, teaching, and research in a dynamic academic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care and education, with a focus on advancing the field of ophthalmology. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a community that thrives on collaboration and innovation. This position is located in the vibrant city of Louisville, known for its rich culture and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited ophthalmology residency program.
• Completed training in an approved vitreoretinal fellowship program.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and surgical care as a Vitreoretinal Physician.
• Engage in educational responsibilities within the department.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Vitreoretinal Surgery

Clinical Research

Teaching

Education

Ophthalmology Residency

Vitreoretinal Fellowship

Job description

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Department:

Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences

Location:

Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular Term (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID:

R106502

Position Description:

Vitreoretinal Physician

Faculty Position Available: Ophthalmologist - Retina

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Louisville School of Medicine, has an opening for a full-time term track faculty member in the department’s Retina Service. Applicants must have graduated from a fully-accredited ophthalmology residency program, and completed training in an approved vitreoretinal fellowship program. Preference will be given to candidates that are certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Furthermore, candidates need to be eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky. The successful candidate will have clinical (medical and surgical), and educational responsibilities in the department as well as with University of Louisville Physicians/UofL Health.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is located in the University of Louisville Health Eye Institute, on the campus of the University of Louisville Health Sciences Center. The University of Louisville Hospitals, University of Louisville outpatient facilities, Jewish Hospital, Frazier Rehab Institute, Norton Hospital, and Norton Children’s Hospital comprise the hospitals in the medical center complex. Our clinical faculty also operates at University of Louisville Medical Center East and Baptist Hospital East. The Retina Service also provides care to patients in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Louisville, Kentucky is the 29th largest city in the nation, proud of our Kentucky Derby and bourbon heritage, and offers the perfect blend of small town charm and cosmopolitan advantages. The city has a thriving arts and sports community, world-class health facilities, nationally recognized schools, a scenic waterfront, and superb restaurants with James Beard award-winning chefs, historic homes, and a quality of life that is the envy of many larger metropolitan centers.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is committed to creating equitable and inclusive campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students, residents, fellows and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the increasingly diverse students we hope to admit and the patient population we serve.

Applicants are expected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching and research in an academic setting.

Interested persons are invited to apply and direct inquiries and curriculum vitae to:

Joern B. Soltau, MD

Associate Professor

Chair, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Dr. William H. and Mrs. Blondina F. Evans Endowed Chair

University of Louisville School of Medicine

UofLHealth – Eye Institute

301 E. Muhammad Ali Blvd.

Louisville, KY 40202

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [e-mail] or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

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