Vitreoretinal Surgeon- Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

The Department
of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of New Mexico (UNM)
Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding vitreoretinal
surgeon to join our rapidly growing group. This positions expertise will significantly contribute to the
preservation and restoration of vision in our patients.

Applicants must
have completed an accredited vitreoretinal surgery fellowship. The successful
candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practice at the UNM
Hospital Eye Clinic, and will share responsibility with existing faculty for
call and medical student and resident education. Candidates are expected to
have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and research in an
academic setting. As part of the UNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a
rewarding mix of tertiary and indigent care.

UNM is committed
to building a healthy, well-educated, economically vigorous New Mexico. The
Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine have new leadership, and the
entire institution is well poised for the future. We are dedicated to
providing state-of-the-art treatments, cutting-edge research, and education.
Our team of medical professionals is passionate about making a positive impact
on the lives of our patients.

This position may be subject
to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico state law. Rank and salary will be
commensurate with experience and credentials.

New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment for good
reason. Albuquerque is a culturally rich
and naturally beautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoor
enthusiasts. The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes from UNM. There is a
lively arts scene, and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid,
NM. There are two national laboratories nearby: Sandia and Los Alamos.

Minimum Qualifications for position:

• Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency Program
• Completion of Vitreo-retinal Fellowship
• Board certified/eligible in Ophthalmology
  
• Eligible for licensure in New Mexico
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
  

Preferred Qualifications for position:

• Experience in clinical education
• Experience in clinical research
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success,
  as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

For more information please contact James Chodosh, MD MPH, Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at jchodosh@salud.unm.edu, Phone: 505-272-6120; or Tiffany M. Harrell, Department Administrator at 505-272-6981.

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Albuquerque, NM 87131

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