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JOB CATEGORY:
Academic Staff
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Regular
JOB PROFILE:
Professor (CHS)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a
world-class reputation for compassionate patient care, cutting-edge research,
and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. We
are seeking candidates for a CORNEA FACULTY position that will involve patient
care, teaching, and research. Activities will include full spectrum clinical and
surgical care of cornea, cataract, and other anterior segment pathology, with
opportunities for refractive surgery in a recently opened LASIK suite/refractive
surgery center. Patient care is provided at local UW Health clinic locations and
may include the William S. Middleton Memorial Veteran's Hospital. Teaching
responsibilities will involve medical students, residents, and fellows. Research
activities may include participation in clinical trials and/or translational
research. The successful applicant will participate in administrative and
committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and
the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will
be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
* Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles:
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor CHS, Visiting Associate or Visiting
Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of
the finalist.
* This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to
vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an
initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin
Caregiver Law and every four years.
* This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus
work location.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Patient care at UW Health facilities and potentially the William S. Middleton
Memorial Veteran's Hospital.
* Development and execution of patient care programs in the diagnosis and
treatment of eye diseases (medical and surgical).
* Clinical and surgical education of fellows, residents and medical students.
* Development of a cornea, cataract, and anterior segment clinical/surgical
practice, with opportunities for refractive surgery.
* Participate in or initiate clinical/translational research in anterior
segment diseases.
* All Faculty: Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
* CHS and Tenure: Participate in administrative and committee work to support
the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine
and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in
a collegial relationship with other faculty members
Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Ophthalmology
and Visual Sciences, Cornea Service.
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS) has built a
world-class reputation for compassionate patient care, cutting-edge research,
and hands-on training programs for resident physicians and clinical fellows. We
are seeking candidates for a CORNEA FACULTY position that will involve patient
care, teaching, and research. Activities will include full spectrum clinical and
surgical care of cornea, cataract, and other anterior segment pathology, with
opportunities for refractive surgery in a recently opened LASIK suite/refractive
surgery center. Patient care is provided at local UW Health clinic locations and
may include the William S. Middleton Memorial Veteran's Hospital. Teaching
responsibilities will involve medical students, residents, and fellows. Research
activities may include participation in clinical trials and/or translational
research.
COMPENSATION:
The starting salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous
vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts;
retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits
[https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/%29] webpage.
* SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026
[https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0]
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Residency training in a U.S. Ophthalmology accredited program.
* Completion of a US Ophthalmology residency and fellowship in Cornea by the
start date of the position.
* Wisconsin Medical License required by start date
* Board-certified or board eligible in Board of Ophthalmology by start date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CT or CHS
track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as
outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion
or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS or CT track.
Education:
MD or DO, or equivalent required.
HOW TO APPLY:
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or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to
upload the following documents.
* Cover Letter
* Resume
Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all your
documents in the attachment field. Applicants are to submit a cover letter and
resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and
preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be
relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants
will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to
participate further in the selection process directly. References will be
requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search
is complete and a candidate has been selected.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is October 30th, 2026; however, the
position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position
is filled.
University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers
of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for
ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a
citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign
national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer
sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an
ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are
selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and
eligibility to work.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Beth Reuter, ejreuter@wisc.edu, 608-263-3680
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