Assistant Professor of Clinical - Ophthalmology, Corneal/Refractive Surgery

Core Job Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (UMMSOM) is experiencing a period of expansion and is seeking exceptional candidates to join the faculty. This is a full-time Research Assistant Professor position.

Core Job Functions

• Advance the research and educational missions of the Miller School of Medicine by enhancing the Institute’s activities dedicated to ophthalmic research.
• Provide leadership for research collaboration focused on AI Research.
• Collaborate with various Departments across the University to foster interdisciplinary research and leverage resources and expertise.
• Contribute to the excellence of MSOM’s clinical partner, UHealth, with cutting edge clinical translational research that will improve patient care and expand health services.
• Contribute to the curriculum for medical students and other graduate programs.
• Succeed in recruiting, mentoring, and retaining faculty, researchers, and students to work in the field of ophthalmology.
• Create a sustainable environment through research funding and philanthropy for the continued growth and success of the Department of Ophthalmology.

Core Qualifications

• Certification and Licensing: The candidate must be board certified/eligible and must have a license to practice medicine in the state of Florida (Florida Medical License or University Medical Certificate).