Faculty Physician - Ophthalmology & Visual Neurosciences (Neuro Ophthalmology) Assistant Professor

University of MN Physicians-posted 2 days ago
$58,000 - $300,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Minneapolis, MN
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The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is seeking a highly qualified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology to join our growing faculty. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic environment with strong clinical programs, outstanding residents and fellows, and robust research infrastructure.

  • Provide high-quality patient care with emphasis on medical and neurological diseases affecting the visual pathways, eye movements, and pupils.
  • Staff outpatient clinics, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (e.g., neuro-imaging interpretation, lumbar punctures, specialized injections) as appropriate for complex neuro-ophthalmic conditions.
  • Participate in shared call coverage within the department, often collaborating with Neurology.
  • Teach and mentor ophthalmology residents, medical students, and Neuro-Ophthalmology fellows.
  • Participate in didactic activities, including lectures, case conferences, and skills training.
  • Support the educational mission by contributing to curriculum development and academic initiatives.
  • Engage in scholarly activity aligned with departmental areas of excellence, including visual neuroscience, optic nerve disorders, neuro-imaging, neuro-protection, or translational research.
  • Support or lead clinical trials, population studies, or laboratory collaborations depending on interest and expertise.
  • Pursue intramural and extramural funding with institutional support.
  • Participate in departmental, institutional, and/or national committee service.
  • Contribute to the academic community through leadership, collaboration, and professional involvement.
  • MD or DO degree.
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited Ophthalmology residency (or a combined Neurology/Ophthalmology pathway).
  • Fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology.
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Ophthalmology or Neurology.
  • Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Minnesota.
  • Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and scholarly productivity.
  • Experience in academic medicine with a record of publications or funded research.
  • Clinical expertise in complex optic neuropathies, unexplained visual loss, motility disorders, and pupillary abnormalities.
  • Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration with Neurology, Neurosurgery, Rheumatology, and Neuro-Imaging services.
  • Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
  • Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • University HSA contributions
  • Disability and employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee wellbeing program
  • Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
  • Financial counseling services
  • Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
  • Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
  • Malpractice coverage
  • CME support
  • Access to cutting-edge imaging, clinical trials infrastructure, and research support services.
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