Ophthalmologist - Clinical Assistant​/Associate Professor

OPHTHALMOLOGIST – CLINICAL ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

Position:
Ophthalmologist – Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor (Full‑time)

Location:

Jacksonville Campus, University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville

Job No.: 532398

The Department of Ophthalmology at the UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville seeks a full‑time Comprehensive Ophthalmologist at the non‑tenure level of Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor. The position involves exemplary patient care, teaching, and, if desired, clinical research within a varied academic eye practice.

Our small but growing group provides a wide array of eye care services—including cornea, glaucoma, anterior segment surgery, retina diseases, uveitis, ocular tumors, oculoplastic and orbital surgery, neuro‑ophthalmology, contact lenses, low vision, and electrophysiology—at a single location with a dedicated surgery center.

Both experienced ophthalmologists and recent graduates are welcome. Appointment will be through UF Health, with benefits that include health care, retirement, and paid vacation/sick leave. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

• Provide excellence in patient care as a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows in ophthalmology.
• Engage in clinical research as desired, contributing to academic progress.
• Collaborate with a multi‑specialty team to deliver high‑quality eye care services.

• MD or DO, completed residency training in ophthalmology.
• Board Eligible or Certified (BE/BC) preferred.

Salary commensurate with training and level of experience. Benefits include health care, retirement plan, paid vacation, and sick leave.

The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on 1 August 2024. Submit a letter of intent and Curriculum Vitae. Official transcripts are required at hire; foreign degree evaluation must use an NACES‑approved provider.

Health assessment required:
Yes.

Applications close on [date to be provided].

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University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Applicants requiring disability accommodation can contact Florida Relay System or accessibility services.