The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center is actively expanding and invites applications for a distinguished Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Surgeon to join our dynamic and rapidly growing team.

We are seeking an individual who has completed an accredited fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus.  The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a thriving clinical practice at the UNM Hospital Eye Clinic.  Additionally, they will collaborate with existing faculty to share on-call responsibilities and contribute to the education of medical students and residents.  We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teaching, and research within an academic setting.  The Eye Clinic at UNM, as part of the UNM Health System, offers a unique and rewarding mix of tertiary and under-served care.

The University of New Mexico is dedicated to fostering a healthy, well-educated, and economically vibrant New Mexico.  The Health Sciences Center and School of Medicine are under new leadership, positioning the entire institution for a promising future.

Rank and salary for this position will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and credentials.

New Mexico is aptly named the "Land of Enchantment," offering a rich cultural tapestry and breathtaking natural beauty.  Albuquerque, where UNM is located, enjoys favorable weather year-round, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.  The Sandia Mountain wilderness is just a 20-minute drive from UNM, and the area boasts a vibrant arts scene, with the renowned galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid, NM, in close proximity.  Additionally, two national laboratories - Sandia and Los Alamos - are nearby, contributing to the region's intellectual and scientific community.

Minimum Qualifications for position:

• Completion of an Ophthalmology Residency Program
• Completion of a Pediatric Ophthalmology 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

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.

Please attach electronic copies of a current CV and letter of interest to the 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; James Chodosh, University of New Mexico, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, 1 University of New Mexico, MSC11 6052, Albuquerque, NM 87131

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.