Research Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Ophthalmology and Visual Science, McGovern Medical School

Research Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - 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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We seek an outstanding vision scientist to join our growing and dynamic research community.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Applications are welcome from investigators with established or emerging programs in basic, translational, or clinical vision research. We welcome candidates with research programs spanning the breadth of ophthalmology and vision science, including, but not limited to, cornea and ocular surface disease, glaucoma, retina, orbit and oculofacial disease, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular oncology, pediatric ophthalmology, and other areas of vision research. The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to the department's educational mission through interactions with graduate and medical students, residents, and fellows.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Located within the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, UTHealth Houston provides an exceptionally collaborative and stimulating research environment with unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary partnerships. The department offers a competitive salary, generous start-up support, endowed professorship opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Position Responsibilities:</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal">This academic appointment includes significant opportunities and expectations in research and education.

We seek a scientist who has established, or demonstrates strong potential to build, a nationally competitive and externally funded research program. Faculty members are expected to engage in collaborative research, mentor trainees, and contribute to the educational mission of the department.</p><p class="MsoNormal">This position is on an academic track with tenure or tenure eligibility. Academic rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and accomplishments.</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Application Process:</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal">Interested applicants must submit their application through the UTHealth Houston Careers website. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered.</p><p class="MsoNormal">This is a security-sensitive position and is subject to Texas Education Code §51.215.

A criminal background check will be required for the selected candidate.</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><br><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Successful record of research productivity and scholarly achievement.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Current or previous external research funding, with demonstrated potential to secure future support.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrated or emerging leadership potential within an academic research environment</li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.25in;">Qualified applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in research, discovery, education, and service. Candidates should have the potential to achieve distinction in their field and share the mission and values of McGovern Medical School at 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