"Vitreoretinal Surgeon or Medical Retina Specialist"

Job Details

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) is seeking candidates for a Vitreoretinal Surgeon or Medical Retina Specialist involving patient care, teaching, and research.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provide vitreoretinal surgical and/or medical retina patient care at UW Health Hospital and Clinics, potentially including the Williams S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital and regional UW Health eye care sites.
• Participate in resident/medical student/fellowship education.
• Participate in and conduct clinical trials in vitreoretinal eye diseases.
• Perform administrative duties as required.

All faculty members are required to teach medical students, residents, and fellows, and participate in administrative and committee work.

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health/Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/Retina Service. The Department has a reputation for cutting-edge research, compassionate patient care, and training programs.

Resources for your career at UW:

• DOVS - integrates clinical care and research.
• McPherson Eye Research Institute - advances vision science.
• Wisconsin Reading Center - a preeminent reading center.
• Clinical Eye Research Unit - supports clinical trials.

This position requires passing a caregiver check.

Compensation:

Starting salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick leave, insurances, savings accounts, and retirement benefits. Refer to campus benefits and SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

Required Qualifications:

• Board Certified/Board Eligible by American Board of Ophthalmology by start date.
• Residency training in a U.S. Ophthalmology Accredited Program by start date.
• Fellowship training in Vitreoretinal Surgery or Medical Retina by start date.
• WI Medical License, or eligible for license, by start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates for Associate Professor (CHS) and Professor (CHS) rank must meet criteria per SMPH guidelines.

Education:

M.D. or equivalent required.

How to Apply:

Click the "Apply" button to upload a cover letter and resume. The application reviewers will rely on these materials. References will be requested of final candidates. The position is open until filled, with full consideration by September 15, 2025.

Contact Information:

Beth Reuter, ejreuter@wisc.edu, 608-263-3680.

Diversity and Inclusion statement: The University values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.