Vitreoretinal Surgeon – Academic Retina & Research

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 573,500 - 839,250; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic Florida is seeking an ophthalmologist specializing in diseases and surgery of the posterior segment. The role offers collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, participation in clinical trials, and teaching medical students, residents and fellows within a robust research and education framework.

The department aims to start an ophthalmology residency in 2028, followed by a vitreoretinal fellowship, reflecting Mayo Clinic’s commitment to education and advanced patient care.

Qualifications

• MD degree with completion of an accredited ophthalmology residency.
• Fellowship training in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in ophthalmology.
• Eligible for licensure in Florida.
• Clinician scientists are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for diseases and surgery of the posterior segment.
• Collaborate with other services to manage multidisciplinary cases.
• Participate in clinical trials and implementation of protocols.
• Engage in academic activities including teaching medical students, residents and fellows and fostering basic science and clinical research.
• Benefit from Mayo Clinic’s integrated practice model and robust infrastructure for research and education.
• The Department plans to launch an ophthalmology residency program in 2028, followed by a vitreoretinal fellowship

Skills

Ophthalmology

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical research involvement

Education

MD degree in Ophthalmology

Fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery

Job description

Mayo Clinic Florida is seeking an ophthalmologist specializing in diseases and surgery of the posterior segment. The role offers collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, participation in clinical trials, and teaching medical students, residents and fellows within a robust research and education framework.

The department aims to start an ophthalmology residency in 2028, followed by a vitreoretinal fellowship, reflecting Mayo Clinic’s commitment to education and advanced patient care.