Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Pediatric Ophthalmology
Position overview
Position title: Pediatric OphthalmologyApplication Window
Open date: August 7, 2023
Most recent review date: Sunday, Mar 24, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Tuesday, Aug 6, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Ophthalmology at UC San Diego (http://health.ucsd.edu/specialties/eyes/Pages/default.aspx) is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.
The Department of Ophthalmology, Shiley Eye Center, UCSD Vision Research and Rady Children’s Hospital are expanding and recruiting physicians specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology.
The positions will be academic appointments with clinical, educational, teaching and translational research responsibilities. Clinically the successful candidates will contribute to a robust pediatric ophthalmology practice serving the children of San Diego at both the Rady Children’s Hospital via the Rady Children’s Health Network and the UC San Diego Ratner Children’s Eye Center. The amalgamation of Rady and UCSD resources into one program represents an exciting and unique opportunity.
The appropriate series and appointment will be based on the candidate’s background and experience.
A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-278.pdf
Clinical X Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-275.pdf
In-Residence Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-270.pdf
Adjunct Professor – see: http://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-280.pdf
As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-671.pdf
Qualifications
Candidates must have a MD or equivalent, or MD/PhD in health related fields.
Candidates must be Board certified or Board eligible in Ophthalmology and have completed fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology.
Candidates must also have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.
Candidates with strong clinical skills, outstanding productivity, and an interest in translational research are preferred.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3 required (contact information only)
Help contact: ckishaba@health.ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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