Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Cornea/Anterior Segment Specialist) - Ophthalmology and Visual Science, McGovern Medical School

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Cornea/Anterior Segment Specialist) - Ophthalmology and Visual Science, McGovern Medical School in Texas, United States | Faculty & Physicians at UTHealth Houston We're sorry... the job you are trying to apply for is no longer available. Maybe you would like to consider the Categories below : If you are looking for a great healthcare career in Houston, visit http://go.uth.edu/careers ! University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S.

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Preference will be given to individuals who have completed an ASCRS- or AAO-approved cornea fellowship.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">This full-time faculty position offers opportunities for clinical practice, research, teaching, and leadership. Academic rank ( Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) will be based on experience and accomplishments. We are particularly interested in a mid- or senior-career ophthalmologist with a strong clinical and academic record who is eager to develop an established cornea/anterior segment program.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">The successful candidate will have to develop a meaningful research program, with departmental support for scholarly and investigative work. Candidates with an exceptional academic record and demonstrated leadership may also be considered for an endowed professorship or chair.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">UTHealth Houston offers an exceptionally stimulating academic environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits for faculty.

Houston combines affordability with world-class dining, arts, and cultural attractions, making it an exceptional place to live and work</span><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;"><span style="line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;mso-fareast-font-family:Aptos;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;">. </span></span><span style="color:black;">UTHealth Houston is committed to fostering a supportive workplace. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">Houston combines affordability with world-class dining, arts, and cultural attractions, making it an exceptional place to live and work.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><strong>Position Key Accountabilities</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">This is an academic appointment with clinical, research, teaching, and leadership opportunities and expectations. The successful candidate will develop and maintain a busy clinical practice in Cornea/Anterior Segment at our primary </span><a href="https://www.tmc.edu/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp-listing&utm_content=tmc-main"><span style="color:black;">Texas Medical Center (TMC) </span></a><span style="color:black;">location. The position offers the opportunity to work with a broad patient population and collaborate with faculty across the Department of Ophthalmology and McGovern Medical School.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">Academic responsibilities include teaching and supervising ophthalmology residents and fellows, participating in departmental educational activities, and pursuing scholarly work. Depending on experience and interests, the successful candidate may also have opportunities for clinical, educational, or departmental leadership.

Other clinical and educational responsibilities may include supervising residents and/or fellows at Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital, a major site for our residency education that serves a broad patient population.</span></p><br><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Completion of fellowship training or equivalent in Cornea/Anterior Segment</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Eligible for a medical license in the State of Texas</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrated record of scholarly activity, with research experience strongly preferred for candidates at the Associate Professor or Professor level</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Interest in teaching, mentorship, and academic collaboration</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Potential for leadership within the Department of Ophthalmology</li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal">Completion of an ASCRS- or AAO-approved cornea fellowship</p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal">Qualified applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence, discovery, education, and service; potential to be outstanding in their field of expertise; and an interest in fulfilling the common goals of McGovern Medical School and UTHealth Houston.</p><p class="MsoNormal">For further information, please email Kimberly Soza at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. </p> . Employment type: OTHER