Vitreoretinal Surgeon
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding vitreoretinal surgeon to join our rapidly growing group. This positions expertise will significantly contribute to the preservation and restoration of vision in our patients.
Applicants must have completed an accredited vitreoretinal surgery fellowship. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a busy clinical practice at the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic, and will share responsibility with existing faculty for call and medical student and resident education. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and research in an academic setting. As part of the UNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary and indigent care.
UNM is committed to building a healthy, well-educated, economically vigorous New Mexico. The Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine have new leadership, and the entire institution is well poised for the future. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art treatments, cutting-edge research, and education. Our team of medical professionals is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
This position may be subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico state law. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment for good reason. Albuquerque is a culturally rich and natural beautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes from UNM. There is a lively arts scene, and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid, NM. There are two national laboratories nearby: Sandia and Los Alamos.
Minimum Qualifications for position:
- Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency Program
- Completion of Vitreoretinal Fellowship
- Board certified/eligible in Ophthalmology
- Eligible for licensure in New Mexico
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications for position:
- Experience in clinical education
- Experience in clinical research
- A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply via the UNMJobs website, unmjobs.unm.edu/, Posting# req27072, please attach electronic copies of a current CV and a letter of interest to the application.
Contact
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
United States
The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educator. This position may be subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico state law. UNM's confidentiality policy ("Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment," UNM Board of Regents' Policy Manual 6.7), which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at http://www.unm.edu/~brpm/r67.htm
2024-07-16 (AdID:1251)