Open Rank - Assistant, Associate, Professor

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 in Cornea and External Diseases. This position will provide outpatient medical and surgical management of these specialties at UCH and potentially at one or more of our satellite locations in the Denver area.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct outpatient medical and surgical management of cornea and external eye disease patients
• Provide teaching and mentorship to students, residents, and fellows
• Provide clinical and surgical supervision to residents and fellows
• Clinician scientists are encouraged to apply

Work Location

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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant Professor
Qualified candidates will be 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 cornea and external eye disease

Associate Professor
Qualified candidates will be 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 academic medical center (AMC) in cornea and external eye disease

Professor
Qualified candidates will be 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 in cornea and external eye disease

Preferred Qualifications

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):
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

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by June 30, 2026.