University of New Mexico
Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences - Cornea
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences - Cornea
Posting Numberreq30117
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeOpen Rank
Hiring DepartmentDepartment of Ophthalmology (409A)
Academic LocationSchool of Medicine
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
at the Universityof New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks anoutstanding corneal surgeon to join our rapidly growing group.
Applicants must have completed an accredited cornea and externaldisease fellowship. Refractive surgery experience is welcome but not essential.The successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practiceat the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic, and will share responsibility with existingfaculty for call and medical student and resident education. Candidates areexpected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and researchin an academic setting. As part of theUNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary andindigent care.
UNM is committed to building a healthy, well-educated, economicallyvigorous New Mexico. The Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine have newleadership, and the entire institution is well poised for the future.
Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment for good reason. Albuquerque is a culturally rich and naturallybeautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes from UNM. There is a lively artsscene, and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid, NM. There aretwo national laboratories nearby: Sandia and Los Alamos.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for position:Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency ProgramCompletion of AUPO-Certified Fellowship Programin CorneaBoard certified/eligible in OphthalmologyEligible for licensure in New MexicoEligible to work in the U.S.Preferred Qualifications for position:
Experience in clinical educationExperience in clinical researchA demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communitiesExperience in Cornea and External Diseases and Corneal SurgeryExperience in Complex cataract and anterior segment surgeryExperience in complex ocular surface surgery
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach electronic copies of a current CV, transcripts, licensures, a letter of interest and any letters of recommendation to the application. For more information please contact James Chodosh, MD MPH, Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at jchodosh@salud.unm.edu. University of New Mexico Health Science Center1 University of New MexicoMSC11 6052Albuquerque, NM 87131Phone: 505-272-6120
For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 1/31/2025. This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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Posting Numberreq30117
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeOpen Rank
Hiring DepartmentDepartment of Ophthalmology (409A)
Academic LocationSchool of Medicine
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
at the Universityof New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks anoutstanding corneal surgeon to join our rapidly growing group.
Applicants must have completed an accredited cornea and externaldisease fellowship. Refractive surgery experience is welcome but not essential.The successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practiceat the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic, and will share responsibility with existingfaculty for call and medical student and resident education. Candidates areexpected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and researchin an academic setting. As part of theUNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary andindigent care.
UNM is committed to building a healthy, well-educated, economicallyvigorous New Mexico. The Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine have newleadership, and the entire institution is well poised for the future.
Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment for good reason. Albuquerque is a culturally rich and naturallybeautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes from UNM. There is a lively artsscene, and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid, NM. There aretwo national laboratories nearby: Sandia and Los Alamos.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for position:Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency ProgramCompletion of AUPO-Certified Fellowship Programin CorneaBoard certified/eligible in OphthalmologyEligible for licensure in New MexicoEligible to work in the U.S.Preferred Qualifications for position:
Experience in clinical educationExperience in clinical researchA demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communitiesExperience in Cornea and External Diseases and Corneal SurgeryExperience in Complex cataract and anterior segment surgeryExperience in complex ocular surface surgery
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach electronic copies of a current CV, transcripts, licensures, a letter of interest and any letters of recommendation to the application. For more information please contact James Chodosh, MD MPH, Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at jchodosh@salud.unm.edu. University of New Mexico Health Science Center1 University of New MexicoMSC11 6052Albuquerque, NM 87131Phone: 505-272-6120
For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 1/31/2025. This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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