Job Description

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 Department of Ophthalmology

The Department of Ophthalmology at Dell Medical School supports high-quality ophthalmic patient care, education, and academic activities. Faculty work collaboratively across subspecialties and with referring providers while contributing to the clinical and educational missions of an academic medical center.

About the Ophthalmologist Position

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

The Department of Ophthalmology and MSWEI seek a dynamic, academically oriented, mission-driven faculty member with a commitment to outstanding patient care, education, and scholarly activity. This is a 100% FTE position.

Essential Functions:

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical ophthalmic care to patients across a broad range of ophthalmic conditions, including patients in their subspecialty area.
• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care and participate in clinical innovation and care redesign initiatives.
• Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, and other learners in the diagnosis and clinical and surgical management of ophthalmic disease.
• Engage in scholarly activity, clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, or other academic pursuits aligned with the mission of Dell Medical School.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and development of the Department of Ophthalmology and MSWEI.
• Develop collaborative relationships with referring physicians, hospitals, and community partners throughout Austin and Central Texas.
• Participate in departmental service, committees, and other academic activities as appropriate.

Other Possible Functions:

• Opportunities for leadership roles may be available based on qualifications, experience, and departmental needs.
• Candidates with interest in fellowship development, research leadership, or programmatic growth are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school
• Current Board certification/eligibility in Ophthalmology
• Fellowship training in either Cornea/External Disease, Glaucoma, Uveitis or Medical Retina
• Eligible for medical licensure in Texas
• Eligible for faculty appointment with The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care, education, and academic medicine.

Preferred qualifications:

• Record of leadership, scholarly achievement, research, or educational contributions.
• Experience teaching residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Academic or clinical program development experience.

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Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application and submit a current CV.

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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.