Instructor - Professor (open rank) Ophthalmology (all specialties)
Instructor - Professor (open rank) Ophthalmology (all specialties)
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Ophthalmology
Position #: 00840556 - Requisition #37815
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 Instructor - Professor in all specialties to support our site of practice at Medical Center of the Rockies in Northern Colorado. These specialties include, Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics and Neuro-Ophthalmology. This position will provide outpatient medical and surgical management of these specialties at UCH and Medical Center of the Rockies in Northern Colorado.
Key Responsibilities:
- This position will be responsible for direct outpatient medical and surgical management of specialty patients at UCH and Medical Center of the Rockies in Northern Colorado.
- Provides resident teaching and basic or clinical applied research.
Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora and Loveland 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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
- Instructor: M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology. Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible. Completed approved residency program.
- Senior Instructor: M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology. Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible. 1 year of experience in one ophthalmology specialty: Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics and Neuro-Ophthalmology.
- Assistant Professor: M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology. Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible. Fellowship trained in one ophthalmology specialty: Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics and Neuro-Ophthalmology.
- Associate Professor: M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology. Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible. 3+ years of experience at an associate professor rank at an AMC within the following subspecialities: Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics and Neuro-Ophthalmology.
- Professor: M.D. or D.O. trained and have completed an approved residency program in ophthalmology. Must be board certified or eligible and have a Colorado medical license or be eligible. 5+ years of experience at a professor rank at an AMC within the following subspecialities: Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics and Neuro-Ophthalmology.
Preferred Qualifications (All Ranks): Experience working within a multidisciplinary environment between subspecialty ophthalmologists is preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge and proficiency in medical and surgical management of ophthalmic diseases.
- Demonstrated interest in resident teaching and basic or clinical applied research.
How to Apply: For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- 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
Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 31, 2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:
- Instructor: $190,000-$250,000
- Senior Instructor: $200,000-$350,000
- Assistant Professor: $250,000 to $500,000
- Associate Professor: $300,000 to $600,000
- Professor: $350,000 to $650,000
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