Open Rank of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico
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Job Description
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Open Rank
Hiring Department Department of Ophthalmology (409A)
Academic Location School of Medicine
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology andVisual Sciences at the University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center isexpanding and seeks an outstanding corneal surgeon to join our rapidly growingacademic department.
Applicants must have completed anaccredited cornea and external disease fellowship. The successful candidate will join acollaborative and dynamic ophthalmology service dedicated to providingcomprehensive cornea and external disease care to the patients of New Mexico andthe surrounding region. As part of theUNM Health System, the Eye Clinic provides a rewarding mix of tertiary andsafety-net care with a broad spectrum of complex corneal, ocular surface, andanterior segment pathology. The incomingsurgeon will have the opportunity to develop a busy clinical and surgicalpractice with significant opportunities for growth in corneal transplantation,complex anterior segment surgery, ocular surface reconstruction, and advancedcorneal disease management. Thecandidate will share call responsibilities with existing faculty and activelyparticipate in resident and medical student education.
Our department has recentlyestablished a three-resident-per-class ophthalmology residency program andcontinues to experience significant growth. The successful candidate will have a uniqueopportunity to make an immediate impact in a state with a significant need forspecialized cornea services while developing and expanding advanced surgicalskills early in their career. Candidatesare expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to outstanding patient care,teaching, and research within an academic setting. Opportunities for clinical research andclinical trial participation are available, supported by a growing researchinfrastructure that includes dedicated research coordinators, technicians, andfaculty collaborators.
UNM is committed to building ahealthy, well-educated, and economically vibrant New Mexico. The Health Sciences Center and School ofMedicine continue to experience exciting growth under new leadership and arededicated to advancing state-of-the-art patient care, innovative research, andexcellence in medical education.
Rank and salary will be commensuratewith experience and credentials.
UNM employees enjoy a comprehensivebenefits package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to qualify for PublicService Loan Forgiveness
- Low-cost medical and dental insuranceplans
- Excellent retirement plans with asubstantial employer contribution
- Disability and life insurance
- Malpractice coverage
- Employee and family member tuitionremission opportunities for eligible courses at UNM
New Mexico is known as the Land ofEnchantment for good reason. Albuquerqueis a culturally rich and naturally beautiful city with nearly year-roundsunshine, a vibrant arts community, and abundant outdoor recreation. The Sandia Mountains are just minutes fromcampus, offering hiking, skiing, and mountain biking. Albuquerque is also within easy reach of SantaFe, historic communities throughout New Mexico, and world-renowned scientificinstitutions, including Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos NationalLaboratory.
Minimum Qualifications for position:
- Completion of an accreditedOphthalmology Residency Program
- Completion of an AUPO-certifiedCornea and External Disease Fellowship
- Board certified or board eligible inOphthalmology
- Eligible for medical licensure in theState of New Mexico
- Eligible to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications forposition:
- Experience in clinical education andresident teaching
- Experience in clinical research
- Experience in cornea and externaldisease management and corneal surgery
- Experience with complex cataract andanterior segment surgery
- Experience with complex ocularsurface surgery and reconstruction
- A demonstrated commitment tocultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and tothe success of the university's mission to serve local and global 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.
Attach electronic copies of a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. For more information, please contact: James Chodosh, MD, MPH Professor and Chair Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, 1 University of New Mexico, MSC11 6052, Albuquerque, NM 87131 Phone: (505) 272-6120 Email: jchodosh@salud.unm.edu
For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 12/1/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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.
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