Uveitis Ophthalmology Faculty

University of Wisconsin Madison
sick time
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 08, 2024
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 Uveitis position that will involve patient care, teaching and research. The position will be estimated at the following: uveitis (.4 FTE) and one of the following: comprehensive, medical retina or glaucoma (.4 FTE) and Academic time (.2 FTE) ophthalmology position. Candidates must be eligible for a Wisconsin medical license at time of hire. Research opportunities are available for interested candidates. Responsibilities: -Care of ophthalmology patients with portion of practice focused on the diagnosis and treatment of uveitic eye diseases and portion of practice providing clinical ophthalmology care in comprehensive, medical retina or glaucoma. -Responsibilities will include the care of patients in Ophthalmology Clinics at the UW Health Clinics, University Station Eye Clinic and possibly the William 5. Middleton VA, UnityPoint Health Meriter Hospital and clinical outreach site(s). Patient visits include walk-in and/or emergency patients. -Responsibilities will also include participation in Ophthalmology call duties. -The position will be responsible for teaching and mentoring residents, fellows, and medical students. Portion of time will be allotted to clinical research activities and academic service to the department. -Participate in Departmental, School of Medicine and Public Health, and University of Wisconsin committees as assigned. 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Qualifications: -Board Certified/Board eligible at time of application. -Residency training in U.S. Ophthalmology Accredited Program is required by start date. -Fellowship trained physician in uveitis is required by start date. -Wisconsin Medical License required by start date. -Candidates for Associate Professor (CHS) or full Professor (CHS) rank must meet criteria for appointment at rank per UW School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for appointment and promotion on the CHS track. License/Certification: Required MD - Physician - State Licensure American Board of Ophthalmology certified or Board eligible is required at time of application. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Anticipated Begin Date: JULY 01, 2025 Salary: Negotiable ANNUAL (12 months) Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/). How to Apply: The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 31, 2024, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following: Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) A cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. A single document containing letters of recommendation from three academic or professional references will be requested in advanced stages of recruitment. Contact: Beth Reuter ejreuter@wisc.edu 608-263-3680 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Professor (CHS)(IC014) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/OPHTHAL&VIS SCI/GEN Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 305441-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. 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