Glaucoma Fellowship-Trained Ophthalmologist

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About Dell Medical School

As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation's leading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter-professional education. It is the fifth medical school in the UT System and the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities, an organization of leading public and private research universities.

The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is defining the future of health. Announced in August 2023 with planning and implementation underway, The University of Texas Medical Center will cement Austin as a premier destination for health care alongside other major Texas cities. With two new, state-of-the-art hospitals - A UT specialty hospital and a cancer center being built by MD Anderson - plus the academic and research expertise of UT, The University of Texas Medical Center will provide the integrated, world-class care that is a hallmark of academic medicine.

The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to excellence within the learning health system.

About the Glaucoma Fellowship-Trained Ophthalmologist Position

The University of Texas at Austin, Dell Medical School, is seeking a glaucoma fellowship-trained ophthalmologist, to join the Department of Ophthalmology and the Mitchel and Shannon Wong Eye Institute (MSWEI) at the Dell Medical School. Qualified candidates will be considered at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor, non-tenured and tenured.

The Dell Medical School is part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation's leading research universities. The Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and undergraduate and graduate medical education.

The Dell Medical School is focused on the development of new models for healthcare delivery, promotion of health, and innovation.

The Department of Ophthalmology and the MSWEI seek to recruit dynamic, academically oriented, mission and value-aligned faculty. This is a 100% FTE position.

Essential Functions :

• Serve as a clinical ophthalmologist to deliver evidence-based and value-based care with an interest in redesign initiatives.
• Assist in the training of residents and students in the clinical and surgical management of eye conditions and diseases of the eye.
• Engage in scientic inquiry in conjunction with learners and faculty at Dell Med and UT Austin.
• Participate in strategic planning and other efforts directly tied to the development and growth of the MSWEI.
• Develop partnerships with referring physicians, hospitals and others in Austin and Central Texas.

Other Possible Functions :

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Why Join Our Team

We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.

Qualifications

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Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application form and submit their most up to date resume online.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.