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Overview Vitreoretinal Surgeon - Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Posting Number: req27072.
Employment Type: Faculty.
Faculty Type: Open Rank.
Hiring Department: SOM Ophthalmology (523E).
Academic Location: School of Medicine.
Benefits Eligible: The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education programs.
See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding vitreoretinal surgeon to join our rapidly growing group.
This position’s 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 naturally 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.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for position:
Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency Program
Completion of Vitreo-retinal 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
Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted.
If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
For more information please contact James Chodosh, MD MPH , Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at jchodosh@salud.unm.edu, Phone: 505-272-6120; or Tiffany M.
Harrell , Department Administrator at 505-272-6981.
University of New Mexico Health Science Center
1 University of New Mexico
MSC11 6052
Albuquerque, NM 87131
For best consideration, please apply by 11/15/2024.
This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees.
For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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