"Assistant Professor-Professor (open rank) - Neuro Ophthalmology"

Job Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a full time (1.0FTE) open rank Assistant Professor - Professor to work as a clinical neuro-ophthalmology specialist in our growing academic ophthalmology practice. We are particularly interested candidates with a demonstrated or potential interest in pediatric neuro-ophthalmology but will consider all applicants to establish a robust practice at The Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and University of Colorado Hospital (UCH). The position will provide outpatient medical and surgical management of neuro-ophthalmology disease at CHCO and UCH and affiliate sites of practice within the Denver metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible for direct outpatient medical and surgical management of neuro-ophthalmology disease at University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital Colorado, and affiliate sites of practice.
• Responsible for developing a robust pediatric neuro-ophthalmology practice as well as a commitment to resident teaching and basic or clinical research.
• Provides resident teaching and basic or clinical applied research.

Work Location

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us

Our department's home to the Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This state-of-the-art facility is one of the largest eye centers in the country and serves not only patients in the Rocky Mountain region but also patients all over the world.

The technological innovations conceived and developed by Departmental faculty have changed the practice of eye care throughout the world. Our educational programs train the next generation of leaders in ophthalmology. Our specialists have developed national and international reputations for excellence in routine and complex ophthalmic care. We have invested heavily in tracking our clinical outcomes and we are proud that our clinicians perform at the highest levels in their respective fields.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant Professor:

• Qualified candidates will be M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology or neurology including fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology.
• Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible.

Associate Professor:

• Qualified candidates will be M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology or neurology including fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology.
• Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible.
• 5+ years of experience in Neuro-Ophthalmology

Professor

• Qualified candidates will be M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology or neurology including fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology.
• Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible.
• 7+ years of experience in Neuro-Ophthalmology

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary environment between subspecialty ophthalmologists and neurologists is preferred but not required.
• Additional surgical training in adult strabismus also is beneficial but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and proficiency in medical and surgical management of neuro-ophthalmology disease.
• Demonstrated interest in resident teaching and basic or clinical applied research.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Ashley Woodhouse, ashley.woodhouse@cuanschutz.edu

Anticipated Pay Range

HIRING RANGE:

• Assistant Professor: $225,000 to $275,000
• Associate Professor: $250,000 to $310,000
• Professor: $290,000 to $330,000