Faculty Position in Ophthalmology Research

The Mayo Clinic Department of Ophthalmology is actively seeking candidates for a faculty position in mechanistic and translational ophthalmology research, including but not limited to: gene therapy, stem cells/organoids, inflammation, or neuroprotection. We offer a highly competitive compensation package with sustained intramural funding, competitive start-up funding, dedicated laboratory facilities, capital equipment funding, technical and computational resources, and exceptional benefits. 

Applicants should demonstrate a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and the ability to conduct cutting edge research. Candidates should be at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level and hold R01 or equivalent funding. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ongoing commitment to education, and mentorship within our collaborative and inclusive department culture. Faculty enjoy internal collaborations and joint appointments with many clinical departments and centers, including Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics, Center for Individualized Medicine, Research Department of Artificial Intelligence and Informatics, Robert and Arlene Kogod Center of Aging, and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center

About the Department of Ophthalmology

The Department of Ophthalmology includes scientists, clinician-scientists, and clinicians, all of whom are dedicated to finding better options for people with vision impairments. Translational and clinical research occurs in all subspecialties with focus areas including retina, glaucoma, cornea, oncology, neuro-ophthalmology, and pediatrics. In addition, the Department of Ophthalmology has a robust clinical trials program including all phases of novel therapy development.

Clinical faculty in our department include physician-leaders in all sub-specialties at the national and international levels. There is a very strong culture of collaboration between clinicians and scientists in the Department of Ophthalmology, with numerous productive research teams composed of physicians and scientists. Our research is focused on the needs of the patient, with the goal of translating knowledge into novel therapies to preserve and restore vision.