Careers in Ophthalmology
Open faculty and postdoctoral positions are listed below. Visit Human Resources for other career opportunities at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Faculty Openings
- Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs
- Neuro-Ophthalmologist
- Glaucoma Ophthalmologist
- Glaucoma Specialist -- Part-time
- Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
- Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (Part-Time)
- Glaucoma and Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
- Ocular Oncologist
- Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (Parkland)
- Chief of Ophthalmology Service at Parkland Memorial Hospital
- Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (VA)
- Ophthalmology Research Faculty
- Ophthalmology Research Faculty -- Ocular Oncology
- Pediatric Ophthalmologist
- Cornea Optometrist
- Academic Optometrist
Postdoctoral Training Opportunities
- Mitochondrial and Metabolic Homeostasis in Corneal Health and Disease
- Ocular Oncology Research
- Pathobiology of Pseudomonas Keratitis
- Ocular Proteostasis
Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs
The UT Southwestern Department of Ophthalmology is actively recruiting for the position of Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs at the level of Associate Professor or Professor. The ideal candidate is an innovative physician leader with significant experience in clinical operations and process improvement, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, outstanding skills at working with diverse groups of stakeholders, a commitment to increasing diversity, unquestioned personal integrity, and a record of developing and leading strong teams. The Vice Chair will oversee our expanding clinical operations across multiple practice sites in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex, including the main campus, North Dallas, Frisco, and Moncrief Medical Center in Ft. Worth, as well as Children’s Health System in Dallas and Plano. In addition, the Vice Chair will work with our education leadership to coordinate faculty availability at our teaching sites at Parkland Memorial Hospital, Dallas Veterans Administration Medical Center, and John Peter Smith Hospital in Ft. Worth. The position includes 40-50% effort as Vice Chair and the remainder in our Faculty Practice and scholarly activities.
Applications are welcome from candidates in comprehensive ophthalmology and all ophthalmologic subspecialties. We seek an individual with an MD degree who is board certified/eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology and who is eligible for Texas medical licensure. Successful completion of an ACGME (or equivalent) accredited residency in ophthalmology is required. An AUPO accredited fellowship is preferred for subspecialty applicants. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
Salary and appointment rank will be commensurate with academic rank and experience.
UT Southwestern is a top employer for health care and diversity, and is home to the one of America’s top medical schools and research institutions. The Department of Ophthalmology is a national leader in education, research, and patient care, and it hosts one of the largest and most respected residency programs in the country. Follow us on Twitter (@UTSWOphth) and Instagram (@UTSWeye)!
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex isn’t just a great place to work, it’s one of the most exciting regions in the country to live, offering a compelling blend of cultural, recreational, sports, and entertainment activities all year long. Check out what your life would be like to work and live in Dallas!
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 660536).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Neuro-Ophthalmologist
The Department of Ophthalmology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding Neuro-Ophthalmologist to join our team. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Requirements include an M.D. degree or equivalent, successful completion of an approved residency in ophthalmology or neurology, fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology, eligibility for Texas licensure, board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Ophthalmology or the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. The successful applicant will share in the clinical care of patients in our neuro-ophthalmology faculty practice, and in didactic and clinical training of residents and fellows. Interest in clinical or translational research, as well as an interest in comprehensive or subspecialty surgical ophthalmology, are welcomed but not required.
UT Southwestern is a top employer for health care and diversity and is home to one of America’s top medical schools and research institutions. The Department of Ophthalmology is a national leader in education, research, and patient care. We also have one of the largest and most respected residency programs in the country. Check us out on Twitter (@UTSWOphth) and Instagram (@UTSWeye)!
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex isn’t just a great place to work, it’s one of the most exciting regions in the country to live, offering a compelling blend of cultural, recreational, sports, and entertainment activities all year long. See what life would be like if you said yes to Dallas
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To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 465113).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Glaucoma Ophthalmologist
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding Glaucoma trained Ophthalmologist for a position as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or full Professor. Positions include busy medical/surgical practices at our main campus faculty practice and at our major affiliated teaching hospitals as well as teaching/supervising residents and fellows at our affiliated teaching hospitals. Candidates should have an MD degree and be board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology, fellowship trained in glaucoma, and be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas. Interests should be primarily glaucoma with or without comprehensive ophthalmology or other subspecialty interest with a desire to participate in glaucoma research. Also, this position will provide high quality fellow, resident, and medical student didactic clinical training. Academic rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 658440).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Glaucoma Specialist -- Part-time
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center announces an opening for an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. We seek an outstanding individual with an MD degree who is board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology with a Texas Medical License. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Subspecialty training in glaucoma is required. This part-time position will serve to help to staff residents and fellows at Parkland Memorial Hospital. Duties will include primary oversight of ophthalmology consultation and hospital/emergency department patients; supervision of general ophthalmology and glaucoma outpatient clinics; and supervision of procedures in operating rooms, minor surgery room, and laser suites. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 675351).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center announces an opening for an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. We seek an outstanding individual with an MD degree who is board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology with a Texas Medical License. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Subspecialty training accepted, but not required. This position will serve to help supervise residents and fellows. Duties will include primary oversight of ophthalmology consultation and hospital/emergency department patients; supervision of general ophthalmology outpatient clinics; and supervision of procedures in operating rooms, minor surgery room, and laser suites. In addition to general teaching duties for residents and fellows, opportunity exists for participation in faculty practice. Applications are welcome from candidates in comprehensive ophthalmology and all ophthalmologic subspecialties. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 675686).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (Part-Time)
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center announces an opening for an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. We seek an outstanding individual with an MD degree who is board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology with a Texas Medical License. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Subspecialty training accepted, but not required. This part-time position will serve to help to staff residents at both John Peter Smith and Parkland Memorial Hospital. Duties will include primary oversight of ophthalmology consultation and hospital/emergency department patients; supervision of general ophthalmology outpatient clinics; and supervision of procedures in operating rooms, minor surgery room, and laser suites. In addition to general teaching duties for residents and fellows, opportunity exists for participation in faculty practice. Applications are welcome from candidates in comprehensive ophthalmology and all ophthalmologic subspecialties.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 657556).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Glaucoma and Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
The UT Southwestern Medical Center Department of Ophthalmology is seeking an outstanding Glaucoma and Comprehensive Ophthalmologist for a position as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Candidates should have a MD degree and be board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology, fellowship-trained in glaucoma, and be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas. The successful candidate will assume an established faculty practice at our state-of-the-art UT Southwestern Moncrief Medical Center in Ft. Worth and will play an active role in our residency and fellowship programs at John Peter Smith Hospital in Ft. Worth. Applications from new and established clinician educators are encouraged. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 220000EL)
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Ocular Oncologist
The Department of Ophthalmology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is expanding and seeks an outstanding ocular oncologist at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level. We are seeking an outstanding individual who is board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Candidates must possess an M.D. degree and be eligible for Texas licensure. Successful completion of at least one year of fellowship training or an established reputation in ocular oncology is required. Duties will include sharing responsibility with existing faculty for didactic and clinical training of residents and fellows in general and ocular oncology diseases as well as clinical care of patients at faculty practice sites. The successful candidate must have demonstrated medical and surgical skills.
UTSW's Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in North Texas. NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers are among the most advanced in the world. At UT Southwestern, more than 200 dedicated professionals, from more than 30 different departments, provide over a dozen major cancer care programs that advance the treatment and prevention of cancer through innovative treatments, leading-edge clinical trials and the latest technology. Extensive collaboration opportunities are therefore available.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 527894).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (Parkland)
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center announces an opening for an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. We seek an outstanding individual with an M.D. degree, who is board certified, or board eligible in ophthalmology, and eligible for a Texas medical license. Subspecialty training is a plus, but not required. This position will serve to help supervise residents and fellows at Parkland Hospital, as well as develop a faculty clinical practice. Experience in resident teaching and current practice in medical and surgical ophthalmology, or a recent graduate of a residency or fellowship training program preferred. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 494790).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Chief of Ophthalmology Service at Parkland Memorial Hospital
The UT Southwestern Department of Ophthalmology is recruiting for an individual with outstanding academic and leadership skills to serve as Chief of the Ophthalmology Service at Parkland Memorial Hospital (40-50% effort) and as a key member of the Department and the Faculty Practice (50-60% effort). Applications are welcome from candidates in comprehensive ophthalmology and all ophthalmologic subspecialties. We seek an individual with an MD degree who is board certified/eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology and who is eligible for Texas medical licensure. Successful completion of an ACGME (or equivalent) accredited residency in ophthalmology is required. An AUPO accredited fellowship is preferred for subspecialty applicants.
The successful candidate will assume an important leadership role in the Department and at Parkland, our flagship teaching hospital that recently moved to state-of-the-art new facilities adjacent to the UT Southwestern main campus. Duties as Chief of Service at Parkland include collaboration with program directors and medical staff to assure maximal house staff effectiveness and learning, appropriate distribution of patient care activities to assure balance of service and education, collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to promote evidence-based best practices around patient care, collaboration with operational teams and primary care leadership to develop and implement referral pathways, oversight of capital budget purchases for maintenance and acquisition of equipment for clinic and operating rooms, participation in regular meetings with Parkland medical and surgical executive committees to advocate for our service and protect surgical block time, and staffing of residents and fellows in the clinic, hospital, and operating room. Duties as a UT Southwestern faculty member will include participation in the Faculty Practice. Salary and appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 654138).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern is a top employer for health care and diversity, and is home to the one of America’s top medical schools and research institutions. The Department of Ophthalmology is a national leader in education, research, and patient care, and it hosts one of the largest and most respected residency programs in the country. Follow us on Twitter (@UTSWOphth) and Instagram (@UTSWeye)!
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex isn’t just a great place to work, it’s one of the most exciting regions in the country to live, offering a compelling blend of cultural, recreational, sports, and entertainment activities all year long. Check out what your life would be like to work and live in Dallas!
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center)
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking an outstanding Comprehensive Ophthalmologist. This position will be based at our affiliated Dallas Veteran’s Administration (VA) Hospital and will also include an appointment on the UT Southwestern faculty. Appointment rank will be commensurate with accomplishments and experience. Responsibilities will involve teaching and staffing resident clinics and operating room. Interests should primarily be comprehensive ophthalmology; however, subspecialty training will be considered, but is not required.
Qualifications must include U.S. citizenship and an active medical license to practice in any state, territory or commonwealth in the U.S. or in the District of Columbia. Eligibility for a Texas medical license is required. Candidates should have an M.D. degree, board certified or board eligible in ophthalmology.
Interested individuals should send curriculum vitae, with a cover letter to Valerie Southivong.
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Ophthalmology Research Faculty
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is expanding our research faculty. The Department is seeking an applicant with an established track record of sustained NEI/NIH funding, as a PI on one or more R01 research grants. Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent, and are expected to maintain extramural funding that may be supplemented by a significant departmental endowment and research funds.
Ability and willingness to collaborate with other faculty members working on the pathobiology of retinal degeneration, (e.g., AMD), ocular surface diseases, corneal diseases, corneal cell biology, ocular immunology and inflammation, and ocular infectious disease is expected. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule. A joint appointment in a basic science department may be considered. This is a tenure-track appointment. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference #355117).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Ophthalmology Research Faculty -- Ocular Oncology
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is expanding our research faculty. The Department is seeking an applicant with an established track record of sustained NEI/NIH funding, as a PI on one or more R01 research grants. Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent, and are expected to maintain extramural funding that may be supplemented by a significant departmental endowment and research funds. Ability and willingness to focus on the use of genetic and genomic technology, cell biology, and genetically modified experimental animal models to elucidate mechanisms of tumor progression and metastasis in major forms of lethal eye cancers, including uveal melanoma and retinoblastoma. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a fulltime schedule. A joint appointment in a basic science department may be considered. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference #662217).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Pediatric Ophthalmologist
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is recruiting a Pediatric Ophthalmologist at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level. Salary and appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. We seek an outstanding individual with an MD degree who is board certified (or eligible) by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is eligible for Texas medical licensure. Successful completion of an ACGME (or equivalent) accredited residency in Ophthalmology as well as an AUPO accredited fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology is required. Duties will include sharing responsibility with our three current full time Pediatric Ophthalmologists in the didactic and clinical training of residents and fellows in Pediatric Ophthalmology and the clinical care of patients at Children's Medical Center Dallas and UT Southwestern-affiliated faculty practice sites. The successful applicant will have demonstrated medical and surgical skills and interest in all aspects of Pediatric Ophthalmology and adult strabismus. Candidates with expertise and scholarly interest in the medical and surgical management of Pediatric Glaucoma will be given preferential consideration. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule
UT Southwestern is home to the one of America’s top medical schools and research institutions and our Department of Ophthalmology hosts the largest residency program in the US. UT Southwestern isn’t just a great place to work; it also happens to be in a great place to call home. The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is one of the most exciting regions in the country to live in, offering a compelling blend of cultural, recreational, sports, and entertainment activities to our employees and their families all year long.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 220000JE).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Cornea Optometrist
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern is seeking a cornea optometrist for a full-time Faculty Associate position. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Duties include working alongside our Cornea Ophthalmologists in the evaluation and management of post operation patient exams. Candidates must have an O.D. degree from an accredited program and additional training and/or experience in cornea. A Texas state license is required and at least one year of practical experience is preferred.
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 660950).
Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full time schedule.
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To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Academic Optometrist
The Department of Ophthalmology at UT southwestern is seeking an Optometrist for a full-time Faculty Associate position. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Candidates must have an O.D. degree from an accredited program. Additional training and/or experience in specialty contact lenses is desirable. A Texas state license is required and at least one year of practical experience is preferred. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
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To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Interested individuals should apply online (Job Reference # 691388).
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Mitochondrial and Metabolic Homeostasis in Corneal Health and Disease (Postdoc)
A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Danielle Robertson, in the Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center to study how mitochondrial and metabolic changes underlie pathophysiological changes in mucosal epithelial cells, with a primary focus on corneal and conjunctival epithelia. Our laboratory has several exciting projects related to mitochondrial biology and metabolism, including the effects of hyperglycemia (ie. diabetes), hyperosmolarity (dry eye) and pathogens on mucosal epithelial cell surfaces. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Experience in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and/or immunology leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals is recommended. Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found here.
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
Danielle M. Robertson, OD, PhD
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Ophthalmology
5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390-9057
danielle.robertson@utsouthwestern.edu
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Ocular Oncology Research (Postdoc)
A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. J. William Harbour, in the Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Our laboratory has a long-term interest in genomic evolution, immune evasion, and metastasis in uveal melanoma, a highly metastatic cancer of the eye. Our laboratory has discovered multiple genomic aberrations associated with metastasis in uveal melanoma, including bi-allelic mutational inactivation of the tumor suppressor BAP1, hemizygous change-of-function mutations in the splicing factor SF3B1, and aberrant expression of the cancer-testis antigen PRAME. We use a variety of techniques in cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics, and epigenetics to elucidate how these aberrations interact with the tumor microenvironment to promote immune evasion and metastasis. The training experience will include the use of next generation sequencing methods such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, scRNA-seq, and spatial transcriptomics, as well as cell culture and genetically engineered mouse models. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Extensive background in molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or cell biology is required. Experience in mouse experimentation is desired. Evidence of stageappropriate research productivity leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals is desirable. Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found here.
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
Mahsa Sorouri, Ph.D.
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Ophthalmology
5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390-9057
mahsa.sorouri@utsouthwestern.edu
J. William Harbour, MD Lab
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Pathobiology of Pseudomonas Keratitis (Postdoc)
A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Danielle Robertson, in the Department of Ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center to study the role of extracellular vesicles in modulating innate immune responses to infectious pathogens in the cornea. Our laboratory has several exciting projects related to the cornea and infectious diseases. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Experience in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and/or immunology leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals is recommended. Information on our postdoctoral training program and benefits can be found in our Postdoc Handbook here.
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
Danielle M. Robertson, OD, PhD
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Ophthalmology
5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390-9057
danielle.robertson@utsouthwestern.edu
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.
Ocular Proteostasis (Postdoc)
A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. John Hulleman (@HullemanLab), in the Department of Ophthalmology (@UTSWOphth) at UT Southwestern Medical Center dedicated to developing treatments for debilitating eye diseases by leveraging newly-gained perspectives in biochemistry, chemical biology, and gene therapy. Our laboratory has an opening for a postdoc position (funded through the Edward N. and Dellla L. Thome Memorial Foundation) that focuses on testing the effect of small molecule treatment on restoring RPE extracellular matrix/basal lamina in models of early age-related macular degeneration.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Candidates must be self-driven, creative, a productive publication track record, and have experience with both cell culture (preferably iPSCs) and mouse models. Experience with developing informative biochemical or chemical biology assays/techniques leading to publication in leading peer-reviewed journals is desirable.
Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/postdocs.
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
John D. Hulleman, Ph.D.
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Ophthalmology
5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390-9057
john.hulleman@utsouthwestern.edu
Hulleman Lab
John D. Hullman, Ph.D. faculty profile
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/.