Faculty Physician - Ophthalmology & Visual Neurosciences (Neuro Ophthalmology) Assistant Professor
University of Minnesota PhysiciansAbout the role
About the Job
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Ophthalmologist or Neurologist with fellowship-training in neuro-ophthalmology. The position will include an active clinical practice at the M Health Fairview Clinics and Surgery Center in Minneapolis, MN. This position will be on the Academic Track hiring at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The position will require supervising, mentoring and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows along with other curriculum development responsibilities. The successful candidate will participate in research projects and other academic/scholarly activities either as a collaborator or independent researcher, and participate in faculty development activities tailored to the candidate's career interests and goals.Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited ACGME Ophthalmology or Neurology residency and fellowship training program in neuro-ophthalmology
- Board eligible/certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology or Neurology
- Licensed or ability to obtain the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure
- Ability to obtain/maintain DEA certification in the State of Minnesota
- Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional collaboration abilities with partners and staff
- Understands and places importance on patient care/service
About the Department
The missions of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences are teaching, research, service and provision of excellent clinical service. Primary academic missions of the department are to teach medical students, post-M.D. trainees (residents and fellows) and students in allied health programs and to advance knowledge in ophthalmology through basic scientific and clinical research endeavors. More at https://www.ophthalmology.umn.edu/.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $58,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary at the Assistant Professor rank will be $300,000. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota Physicians. The corresponding job opening can be found here.
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
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