Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor
About The Position
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a vision scientist to fill a faculty position at any rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor level). While any topic of vision science research is welcome, preference will be placed on applicants that synergize with one of our research foci, including neuroimmunology, epidemiology, artificial intelligence, macular degeneration, and ocular regenerative medicine. Our department's home is the newly expanded 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.
Requirements
- A PhD in a relevant field and/or an MD degree.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong mentoring and/or teaching skills.
- Research skills specific to their discipline.
Nice To Haves
- Evidence of success with extramural funding.
- A robust, well developed, and extramurally funded research program.
- A national reputation for excellent and impactful work in their discipline.
- Thought leader in their discipline.
Responsibilities
- Develop a vibrant and productive research portfolio that complements current focal areas within the department.
- Establish a competitive extramurally funded research program.
- Actively collaborate with other research teams in the department and across campus.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary grant applications, team-science initiatives, and clinical translation.
- Mentor trainees and junior faculty.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
