Glaucoma Specialist-Ophthalmologist

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Professor (CHS)

Job Summary:

This position will see patients at Madison UW Health Clinics and will provide clinical teaching for learners in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Additionally, this position may include patient care duties at UW Regional Services Clinics. Clinical research and/or academic service is also expected. The candidate has the option of combining glaucoma clinical care with comprehensive ophthalmology or other sub-specialty eye care. 

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 then every four years.  

Companion Posting: This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR#10000717; please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates with both tenure-track faculty credentials and non-tenure-track faculty credentials for this position.

Key Job Responsibilities:

-    Provide high quality patient care at UW Health Madison and potentially Regional Services Clinics in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, including medical and surgical care.
-    Participate in resident/medical student/fellowship education in the clinic and in the operating room.
-    Develop a program of scholarly activity in one or more of the following: clinical and/or translation research; education/teaching; institutional leadership.
-    Perform administrative duties as appropriate.
-    Participate in professional, public and university service as appropriate.

The successful candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows. 

The successful candidate will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. 

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health / Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/ Glaucoma Service.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a world-class reputation for cutting-edge research, compassionate patient care, and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. We believe that our strength lies in our people, cultivating an environment where every member is empowered to flourish.

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

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 and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

Required Qualifications:

- WI Medical license, or eligible for WI Medical license by start of position.

- Completion of US Ophthalmology Accredited Residency Program and Fellowship by start of the position.

- Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology by start of position.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Experience in conducting research, clinical care, and teaching.

-For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS 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 CHS Track.

Education:

MD or DO, or equivalent required.

How to Apply:

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You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is October 30, 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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