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School of Medicine - Open Rank - Research Ophthalmology
University of Alabama, Birmingham
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Posted: 10-Jan-24
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 10291
Position Number: 04102, 04103,14502,14501, 03501, 01601, 04112
School/College: School of Medicine
Job Description:
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at UAB Callahan Eye, University of Alabama at Birmingham is inviting applications from outstanding PhD and/or MD scientists for two Tenured or Tenure-Track positions to be filled at the rank of Assistant, Associate Professor or Professor to join a thriving and well-funded vision science research environment which includes an NIH P30 core grant.
The Department welcomes applicants with an established track record and significant research accomplishments in areas of vision research that may complement and/or expand the research interests of the Department. Successful applicants will are expected to develop an internationally-recognized, externally-funded research program.
The interdisciplinary research team of the department is currently composed of clinician scientists, biologists, endocrinologists, engineers, optometrists focusing their research activities towards understanding the pathogenesis of, and improving treatment for, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, myopia, and low vision. The department boasts a range of strengths in basic, translational and clinical research including: cell replacement therapy, gene therapy, retinal imaging, retinal structure/function, stem cell biology, angiogenesis, cell signaling, biomechanics, improving the outcomes of eye care for diverse populations and proximity to one of the largest eye banks in the US. Excellent opportunity to obtain students from the graduate school programs at UAB.
The Department is 12th in the Blue Ridge ranking for current NIH-funded research for ophthalmology departments nationwide and has received unrestricted grant support from Research to Prevent Blindness since 1988. More detailed information about the Department can be found at https://www.uab.edu/medicine/ophthalmology/.
The department has nearly 50 full- and part-time clinical and research faculty and is based in the Callahan Eye Hospital, part of the UAB Health System. UAB Callahan Eye has 16 eye operating rooms in a dedicated facility and operates a newly expanded network of more than 15 satellite clinics.
Rank and salary will be competitive and commensurate with training and experience. The position offers excellent opportunities for patient care, teaching, and program development as well as a personalized and multidisciplinary mentorship program. Additional benefits include a relocation allowance, a superior family benefits program and an unsurpassed retirement program.
EEO Statement:
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Department: Ophthalmology
Assignment Category: Full-Time
Tenure Status: Open Tenure
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About University of Alabama, Birmingham
Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with more than $715 million in annual research funding and an economic impact on the state exceeding $12.1 billion a year. UAB is Alabama’s largest employer, with some 28,000 employees, and was named Forbes’ No. 1 Large Employer in the United States in 2021. UAB enrollment surpassed 21,500 for the fifth consecutive year in fall 2022. The university offers more than 180 degree programs in nine schools and one college. The pillars of UAB’s mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement and patient care. Learn more at www.uab.edu.
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