University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting DetailsPosting DetailsJob TitleAssistant Professor in Ophthalmology & Visual ScienceRequisition NumberFE03981Working TitleDepartment Name7H854:OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCIENCEWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time StatusFull-TimeTenure Track StatusNon-Tenure TrackRequired EducationMD + Ophthalmology residencyRequired Related ExperienceN/ARequired License/Registration/CertificationKentucky medical licenseJob SummaryThe Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a board-certified General Ophthalmologist to meet the medical and academic needs of the department. The successful candidate will join a group of physicians that are committed to excellence in clinical care, instruction, scholarly activity and professional development in a robust and growing practice across eastern and southeastern Kentucky.The primary responsibility of the individual in this position is to enhance the clinical practice of the Department of Ophthalmology. This person will be responsible for providing direct patient care, serving as an attending physician, and supervising residents and students assigned to the Ophthalmology department. The individual in this position is expected to provide, develop and maintain clinical services as well as develop academic pursuits in the Oculoplastic subspecialty.Please include an updated CV when applying to this position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities?NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesUniversity Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.(Open Ended Question)2.* The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?oYesoNo3.* Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's Online Employment System?oInsideHigherEd.comoHigherEdJobs.comoDiverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)oHERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)oInsightIntoDiversity.comoAcademic KeysoHospitalCareers.comoLatinosinhighered.comoIndeed.comoA Colleague, Friend and/or Family MemberoUK Job FairoNone of the aboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1.Curriculum VitaOptional DocumentsApply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/EoM5MnsWnbrR2iq1zTXX4GPI239439138