Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor)

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the areas of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus to expand our academic practice. There is an immediate opportunity to engage in a busy tertiary clinical practice in an established, longstanding department with a brand new, state-of-the-art clinic and surgery center. In addition to providing excellence in patient care, ample opportunities exist to develop independent and collaborative research and innovative education models in a dynamic academic clinical department. To learn more about us, please visit https://eye.ufl.edu/ . Salary, rank and tenure status will be commensurate with credentials and experience. The College of Medicine has an active faculty compensation plan, which includes incentives and bonuses. Employer will assist with relocation costs. University employer-paid benefits include individual and family (spouse/domestic partner and children up to age 26) health insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement benefits include participation in 403(b) and 457 plans as well as an employer match. Professional liability protection and sovereign immunity are administered by the Florida Board of Governors self-insurance program. Gainesville is a charming city with a low cost of living, excellent public schools, Division I NCAA sports, and no state income tax. The area is known for its natural beauty, with many springs, lakes and rivers. The mild climate allows for outdoor activities practically year-round. The combination of college-town vitality and natural beauty makes Gainesville a one of a kind place to work and live.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved residency program
• Postgraduate fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
• Board certification or eligibility
• Eligibility for licensure to practice medicine in Florida

Nice To Haves

• Strong commitment to teaching
• Resident training
• Research as well as participation in academic activities
• Experience in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical services to pediatric patients within UF Health facilities and affiliated locations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits include participation in 403(b) and 457 plans as well as an employer match
• Professional liability protection
• Sovereign immunity
• Relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees