Description
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a highly qualified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in both Surgical/Medical Retina and Uveitis to join our growing faculty. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic environment with strong clinical programs, outstanding residents and fellows, and robust research infrastructure.
The practice is based at the University of Minnesota, with potential opportunities at one or two affiliated sites in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, a metropolitan region with a population of over 3 million. The department enjoys state-of-the-art technology for imaging, laser treatments, and diagnostics and a top ranked Clinic and Surgery Center that opened in 2016.
Responsibilities
Clinical:
Provide high-quality patient care with emphasis on medical and surgical diseases of the retina, vitreous, and uvea.
Staff outpatient clinics, perform intravitreal injections, lasers, and surgical interventions as appropriate.
Participate in shared call coverage within the department.
Education:
Teach and mentor ophthalmology residents, medical students, and retina/uveitis fellows.
Participate in didactic activities, including lectures, case conferences, and skills training.
Support the educational mission by contributing to curriculum development and academic initiatives.
Research:
Engage in scholarly activity aligned with departmental areas of excellence, including clinical outcomes, translational research, imaging, inflammation, gene therapy, or regenerative medicine.
Support or lead clinical trials, population studies, or laboratory collaborations depending on interest and expertise.
Pursue intramural and extramural funding with institutional support.
Service:
Participate in departmental, institutional, and/or national committee service.
Contribute to the academic community through leadership, collaboration, and professional involvement.
About the Department
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is dedicated to teaching, research, service, and delivering exceptional clinical care. Its core academic missions are to educate medical students, post-M.D. trainees (residents and fellows), and students in allied health programs, while advancing knowledge in ophthalmology through both basic scientific and clinical research.
Dr. Silvia Orengo-Nania recently joined the program as Department Head and is focused on expanding the faculty and advancing the department in teaching, research, innovation, and excellence in eye care.
Pay and Benefits
This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $58,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary at the Assistant Professor rank will be $300,000. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Malpractice coverage
CME support
Access to cutting-edge imaging, clinical trials infrastructure, and research support services.
About the University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.
Community Information
We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!
University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.
Join us on a mission to advance medicine.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
MD or DO degree.
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency.
Fellowship training in Medical Retina, Surgical Retina, Uveitis, or a combined program.
Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology.
Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Minnesota
Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and scholarly productivity.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in academic medicine with a record of publications or funded research.
Clinical expertise in complex uveitis, inflammatory disorders, and advanced retina pathology.
Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration with rheumatology, oncology, infectious disease, and imaging sciences.
