Neuro-Ophthalmologist | Creating a better future for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world

Job Summary:

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a world-class reputation for compassionate patient care, cutting-edge research, and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. We are seeking candidates for a Neuro-Ophthalmology position that will involve patient care, teaching, and research. Clinical activities will include patient care at local UW Health clinic locations. Teaching activities will involve medical students, residents, and fellows. Research activities may include participation in clinical trials and/or translational research.

Responsibilities:

• At least a 40% FTE neuro-ophthalmology practice within the UW Department of Ophthalmology at one or more of its ophthalmology care sites.
• If not a full-time position in neuro-ophthalmology of 80% FTE, then an additional 40% FTE in any other ophthalmologic practice (with appropriate certified residency and fellowship training) in: (comprehensive ophthalmology, glaucoma, oculoplastic surgery, ophthalmic pathology, pediatric ophthalmology/adult strabismus, as examples); neurology practice if a certified neurologist; research if clinician-scientist; or neuro-ophthalmology/neurology practice in another non-UW ophthalmology/neurology practice.
• 20% FTE for administration, teaching, etc.

The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: [Diversity and Inclusion][1]

Education:

Required
Terminal Degree
M.D. or D.O. required in Ophthalmology by start date.

Qualifications:

• Wisconsin medical license.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology and/or Neurology.
• Residency training in Ophthalmology or Neurology followed by a Neuro-ophthalmology fellowship.
• Relevant experience in clinical practice.
• Interest in medical student and resident education.

For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.

License/Certification:

Required
MD - Physician - State Licensure

Required
DO - Physician (Do) - State Licensure

[1]: http://diversity.wisc.edu

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