Assistant Professor (Clinical) Pediatric Ophthalmology

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PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY POSITION

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah, John A. Moran Eye Center is actively seeking two pediatric ophthalmologists. The positions will include clinical care of patients at our Moran clinics with an emphasis on the medical and surgical care of pediatric and adult patients. Clinical and/or basic research projects are encouraged. Responsibilities include resident and fellow teaching and training in the clinic and operating room. This is a full-time clinical track faculty position in an academic setting. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials. Candidates must have completed an accredited ophthalmology residency and should be board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology as well as fellowship trained in pediatric ophthalmology.

Please visit the following quick link to apply for this position:

https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211655

Inquiries may be sent to tiffany.hobbs@hsc.utah.edu

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Three letters of recommendation are required. please solicit three letters of recommendation on your behalf and have these letters emailed to tiffany.hobbs@hsc.utah.edu and addressed to

Jeff Pettey, M.D., M.B.A.
Chair, department of Ophthalmology
65 Mario Capecchi Drive
Salt lake City, UT 84132

Open Date

11/02/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Requisition Number

PRN04173F

Type

Faculty