UNMC Uveitis Faculty Opportunity at Truhlsen Eye Institute

American Academy of Ophthalmology; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Competitive retirement contributions

Malpractice coverage

Health and wellness benefits

PSLF eligible employer

Job summary

The Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is recruiting a retina specialist (medical or surgical, with additional training in uveitis) to join our growing division. This is a world-class academic environment offering premier teaching and research alongside outstanding patient care.

We offer an exceptional compensation package with CME allowances, retirement contributions, comprehensive malpractice coverage, robust health benefits, PSLF

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board cert. (or eligibility) in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship training in uveitis.
• Fellowship in retina (medical or surgical).
• Commitment to academic medicine with teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive retina and uveitis care in an academic setting.
• Contribute to teaching of residents and medical students.
• Engage in clinical research and scholarly activity.

Skills

Retina specialty

Uveitis fellowship

Academic medicine

Teaching and research

Education

MD/DO

Board cert. Ophthalmology

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is recruiting a retina specialist (medical or surgical, with additional training in uveitis) to join our growing division. This is a unique opportunity to combine premier teaching, innovative research, and outstanding patient care in a world-class academic environment.

Why UNMC?

• Practice at the Stanley M. Truhlsen Eye Institute – a state-of-the-art center equipped with advanced diagnostics, surgical technology, and dedicated clinical research staff.
• Join a collaborative, collegial department – work alongside clinicians, scientists, and educators in Nebraska’s only academic ophthalmology program.
• Make an impact – as the region’s only provider of specialized uveitis care, you will advance education, research, and community outreach while shaping the next generation of ophthalmologists.
• Enjoy balance and support – we value physician input and prioritize work-life balance in a highly respected academic health system.

Exceptional Compensation & Benefits

Physicians enjoy a highly competitive package, inclusive of a variable compensation plan. Additional benefits include:

• CME allowance
• Competitive retirement contributions and other deferred comp opportunities
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• A full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Living in Omaha

Omaha combines affordability with quality of life. Named Forbes’ #1 Best City to Move to in 2024, Omaha offers:

• One of the lowest costs of living in the U.S.
• Top-rated schools and family-friendly neighborhoods
• Thriving arts, dining, and cultural scene
• Abundant parks, trails, and outdoor recreation

The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent) is board certified/eligible in Ophthalmology with fellowship training in uveitis and either medical or surgical retina. Commitment to academic medicine with strong clinical, research, and teaching interests is required.