Retina Specialist

Retina Specialist The Department of Ophthalmology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified clinician with retina fellowship training to join The Department of Ophthalmology. This is an academic track position, with research and teaching opportunities and expectations. We will entertain all applicants at the assistant professor level. Those with an established funded research program may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Position Key Accountabilities Clinic time will be split between the primary teaching location, Lyndon B Johnson hospital, and the Cizik Eye Clinic, located within the Texas Medical Center. The exact proportion at each location will be dependent upon physician interest and need. This role involves teaching, research, and patient care within an academic setting. Qualifications Completed fellowship training or equivalent in medical retina Board-certified/eligible in ophthalmology Eligible for a medical license in the state of Texas. Qualified applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence, discovery and service, have potential to be outstanding in their field of expertise, and share an interest in fulfilling the common goals of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. Preferred applicants will possess and demonstrate knowledge or skills such as excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong potential for a leadership role within the department. Potential applicants must apply through UTHealth's career webpage UTHealth Houston - Retina Specialist (only applications received through the online system will be considered). For further information, please email Kimberly Soza at View email address on click.appcast.io. UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law. This is a security sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code #51.215. The background check will be required for the final candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Academy of Ophthalmology