Visiting Instructor (Research Ocular Genetics)

University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: University of Rochester Medical Center: School of Medicine and Dentistry: Ophthalmology

Location

School of Medicine and Dentistry

Open Date

Sep 18, 2026

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$55,000-$90,000

Description

The University of Rochester/Flaum Eye Institute is seeking a Visiting Instructor. This sub-specialty program will include active, full-time participation in all aspects of the Flaum Eye Institute Ocular Genetics Program. The successful candidate will work closely with our other ocular geneticist and ocular oncologist, Dr. Vikas Khetan, our 2 ocular genetic counselors and the other Ocular Genetics personnel, as well as our Pediatric Ophthalmology Fellow and will have some shared responsibilities. We are very busy and see an enormous range of pathology in both adults and children that includes inherited retinal degenerations, congenital ocular malformations, genetic syndromes, and metabolic diseases that affect the eye.

The year will include rotations in pediatric genetics and metabolics clinics at Golisano Children's Hospital as well as observation of Drs. Levin/Khetan and clinical geneticists in patient consultations. The successful candidate will participate in pediatric genetics case rounds, ocular genetics team meetings, Golisano genetics meetings, genetics journal clubs, and multidisciplinary genetics conferences. Researchand laboratory experience is provided where the fellow will have exposure to DNA extraction,karyotyping, microarray analysis, sequencing, and other molecular techniques.

The Director of the Program is Dr. Alex V. Levin, Chief, Pediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Genetics at the Flaum Eye Institute and Chief, Clinical Genetics at the Golisano Children's Hospital.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. The University believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances the performance of our organization and our ability to fulfill our important missions.

The University is committed to fostering and supporting a workplace culture inclusive of people regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, marital status, age, physical abilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs or This Flaum Eye Institute Jackson Visiting Instructor in Pediatric Ocular Genetics Research is a one-year funded program designed to develop expertise in ocular genetics.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in the full range of additional didactic and other educational activities at the Flaum Eye Institute and Golisano Children's hospital including monthly ocular genetics journal club, Dr. Edwin Stones retinal dystrophy rounds, grand rounds, neuroradiology rounds and didactic resident teaching. The program includes support to attend one external genetics conference. The successful candidate is also expected to be involved with teaching to medical students and residents who rotate through the Ocular Genetics service.

Research education and exposure is the primary goal of this program and opportunities range from bench laboratory to clinical research. The successful candidate leads team meetings and independently researches background information needed to understand ocular genetic disorders. Prospective studies involving new diagnostic tools and therapies are always ongoing. Ocular Genetics Fellows are expected to write and submit at least two manuscripts and are encouraged to submit their research papers to local/national/international ophthalmology/ocular genetics meetings. As part of the Ocular Geneticsteam, the successful candidate’s responsibilities include administrative and other supportive duties.

Qualifications

Requirements: Candidates must have completed their general ophthalmology training or be senior house officers. Candidates will be welcomed as observers with much clinical exposure. USLME is not required. Any patient interaction will be under direct supervision and patient contact will not exceed the duties of a Flaum Eye Institute Ophthalmic Technician. The successful candidate may observe surgery, but may not "scrub in" or assist. The position requires full compliance with vaccinations and patient contact requirements as documented by the University of Rochester Medical Center.

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