Assistant Professor – Pediatric Clinical Ophthalmology

About the role

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is expanding and seeks an Assistant Professor to lead pediatric clinical ophthalmology. This full‑time, tenure‑track position combines patient care, teaching, and research within a world‑class academic environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide ophthalmology medical and surgical services according to service rotation and call schedule.
• Teach and mentor residents and medical students in clinical settings.
• Maintain high clinical quality, productivity, and departmental citizenship.
• Represent the department with affiliates, referral practices, and regional/national partners.
• Develop and secure funding for translational research, clinical trials, and other scholarly activities.
• Participate in quality‑assurance protocols and outcome studies for Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
• Perform administrative and committee duties as assigned, including CME organization.

Required profile

• Board‑certified ophthalmologist with a focus on pediatric care.
• Demonstrated clinical excellence and surgical expertise.
• Experience in teaching medical trainees and supervising clinical education.
• Record of scholarly activity, including research publications or clinical trials.
• Ability to collaborate across the University of Miami Health System and external partners.

Required skills

• Ophthalmic surgical techniques
• Clinical research methodology
• Patient care management

What we offer

• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
• Support for research funding and academic development.
• Competitive academic salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for national and international collaboration.