Physician Ophthalmology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

USF Health's mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences and the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences; and the USF Physicians Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities.  

POSITION SUMMARY:  
The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Glaucoma specialist (Assistant Professor) to join its clinical care team and faculty. This position will provide comprehensive specialty Glaucoma care at the USF Health Eye Institute and inpatient services at Tampa General Hospital. This position will also supervise residents and be involved with training Glaucoma fellows. 

Responsibilities  

• Provides outpatient Glaucoma and inpatient surgical care to patients at the USF Health Eye Institute and Tampa General Hospital. 

• Supervision and teaching of residents, fellows and medical students. Lectures or provides Grand Rounds on various specialty topics. 

• Provides TGH call coverage and performs other duties as assigned by Department Chair. 

Qualifications  
MINIMUM:   

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.  

• Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology residency training program.  

• Must meet university criteria for faculty appointment to the rank of assistant professor, associate or professor.  

• Candidates must have or be eligible for an unrestricted Florida medical license. 

 
This candidate must obtain credentialing with USF Health and Tampa General Hospital. 

PREFERRED:  
Glaucoma clinical experience 

Working at USF  
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts. 

About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. 

Compliance and Federal Notices  
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. 
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:   
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. 

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) 

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting accommodation during the application/interview process. 

Equal Employment Opportunity  
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.