The University of New Mexico
Vitreoretinal Surgeon- Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Vitreoretinal Surgeon- Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Posting Number:
req27072Employment Type:
FacultyFaculty Type:
Open RankHiring Department:
SOM Ophthalmology (523E)Academic Location:
School of MedicineBenefits Eligible:
The 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 University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding
vitreoretinal surgeon
to join our rapidly growing group. This position's expertise will significantly contribute to the preservation and restoration of vision in our patients.Applicants must have completed an accredited vitreoretinal surgery fellowship. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practice at the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic and will share responsibility with existing faculty for call and medical student and resident education. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and research in an academic setting. As part of the UNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary and indigent care.UNM is committed to building a healthy, well-educated, economically vigorous New Mexico. The
Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine
have new leadership, and the entire institution is well poised for the future. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art treatments, cutting-edge research, and education. Our team of medical professionals is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.This position may be subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico state law. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for position:Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency ProgramCompletion of Vitreo-retinal FellowshipBoard 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 communitiesApplication 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.For more information
please contact
James Chodosh, MD MPH , Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at
jchodosh@salud.unm.edu , Phone: 505-272-6120; or
Tiffany M. Harrell , Department Administrator at 505-272-6981.University of New Mexico Health Science Center1 University of New MexicoMSC11 6052Albuquerque, NM 87131For Best Consideration:
For best consideration, please apply by 2/29/2024. This position will remain open until filled.The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit
https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.htmlThe University of New Mexico is
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Posting Number:
req27072Employment Type:
FacultyFaculty Type:
Open RankHiring Department:
SOM Ophthalmology (523E)Academic Location:
School of MedicineBenefits Eligible:
The 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 University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding
vitreoretinal surgeon
to join our rapidly growing group. This position's expertise will significantly contribute to the preservation and restoration of vision in our patients.Applicants must have completed an accredited vitreoretinal surgery fellowship. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practice at the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic and will share responsibility with existing faculty for call and medical student and resident education. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and research in an academic setting. As part of the UNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary and indigent care.UNM is committed to building a healthy, well-educated, economically vigorous New Mexico. The
Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine
have new leadership, and the entire institution is well poised for the future. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art treatments, cutting-edge research, and education. Our team of medical professionals is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.This position may be subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico state law. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for position:Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency ProgramCompletion of Vitreo-retinal FellowshipBoard 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 communitiesApplication 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.For more information
please contact
James Chodosh, MD MPH , Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at
jchodosh@salud.unm.edu , Phone: 505-272-6120; or
Tiffany M. Harrell , Department Administrator at 505-272-6981.University of New Mexico Health Science Center1 University of New MexicoMSC11 6052Albuquerque, NM 87131For Best Consideration:
For best consideration, please apply by 2/29/2024. This position will remain open until filled.The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit
https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.htmlThe University of New Mexico is
#J-18808-Ljbffr