Assistant – Associate - Multiple Teams

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Clinical Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a world class reputation for compassionate patient care, cutting edge research, and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. We are seeking candidates for a comprehensive ophthalmology position that will involve patient care, teaching and support/develop clinical research. The position is estimated at 90% for comprehensive ophthalmology and 10% for academic time. Clinical activities will include patient care at the UW Health Beaver Dam Clinic. Teaching activities will involve medical students, residents, and fellows. Research activities may include participation in clinical trials and/or translational research.

• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.
• Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. 

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Direct medical and surgical care of patients consistent with the scope of a comprehensive ophthalmology practice.
• Location to provide care is Beaver Dam.
• General ophthalmology call requirements consistent with the standard for DOVS general call expectations.
• A strong commitment to teaching and mentoring residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Development/support of clinical or basic science research programs within the department.
• Involvement in clinical, education or research working groups within the DOVS as appropriate.
• Commitment to a collegial, productive working relationship with faculty and staff.

Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Comprehensive Service.

Compensation: Negotiable, 12 month

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage.

• SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Wisconsin Medical License for independent practice required by the start date of the position.
• Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology by the start date of the position.
• Completion of a U.S. Ophthalmology accredited residency by start date of the position.
• Relevant experience in clinical practice.
• Interest in medical student and resident education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CT track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CT track.
  

Education:

MD or DO Degree required.

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 • 3 letters of recommendation will be requested at later stages of recruitment.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 6, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled. 

Contact Information:

Beth Reuter, [email protected], 608-263-3680

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