Associate or Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology

3 weeks ago


Irvine, California, United States Keck School of Medicine Full time

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

The Department of Ophthalmology/Roski Eye Institute, Keck School of Medicine of USC, is seeking applications for a highly qualified, full-time, non-tenure-track, fellowship-trained, board-eligible, or board-certified cornea and external disease specialist at the Associate or Full Professor level to join the Cornea and External Diseases Service in our department. The successful candidate will have an academic title of Associate or Full Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology.

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family. The USC Department of Ophthalmology/Roski Eye Institute has been named one of the top 20 "Best Hospitals" in the United States for 30 years by US News & World Report. The department has a long track record of excellence in clinical care, vision research, and cultivating leaders in the field. For 2023, the department was ranked #4 among all ophthalmology departments in the country in terms of NIH research funding, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR). Furthermore, the USC Ophthalmology Residency Program is also ranked nationally in the U.S. by Doximity.

Qualifications and Experience: 

  • Clinician-scientists, clinicians, clinician-educators who are board-certified cornea specialists and at least 5 years out of fellowship training are welcome to apply. 
  • Applicants must hold an M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree and have or be eligible to obtain a full, unrestricted California medical license by the time of hire.
  • Applicants should be trained and experienced in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of common and complex ophthalmologic conditions focusing on corneal and external diseases.
  • Interest in clinical, translational, or basic science research with a track record of productive research and the goal of obtaining extramural funding in the future is preferred.

Job Accountabilities/Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Serves as the Chief of Cornea & External Diseases Service.
  • Provides outstanding clinical care to patients with corneal and external diseases.
  • Demonstrates his or her commitment to clinical, translational, or basic science research.
  • Actively engage in the teaching and mentoring of students, interns, residents, and fellows.

Position Summary and Compensation:

This full-time, non-tenure-track, and exempt faculty position will receive an annual base salary range of $250,000 - $350,000 plus productivity incentives. The annual base salary is dependent on the rank hired into and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks located at https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/. The new faculty will also be provided with ample clinical, teaching, research, and leadership opportunities if he/she is interested.

When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education or training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Application Process:

Applicants should apply for this position at the USC job posting website and provide the following documents: (i) Cover Letter or Letter of Interest, (ii) Curriculum Vitae, and (iii) Contact information for three (3) references (name, email address, telephone number, and current position/affiliation).  Applications will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled. For inquiries on the application process, please send an email to Norma T. Sayoto at  norma.sayoto@med.usc.edu.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.



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