Assistant/Associate or Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology

The Department of Ophthalmology/USC Roski Eye Institute, Keck School of Medicine of USC, is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track, American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery’s (ASOPRS) fellowship-trained, board-eligible, or board-certified clinical faculty in oculofacial plastic surgery at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level to join our department’s Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Service. The successful candidates will have an academic title of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/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/USC Roski Eye Institute has a long track record of excellence in clinical care, vision research, and in the development of leaders in the field. It has been named one of the top 20 “Best Hospitals” in the United States for 30 years by US News & World Report. For FY’2024, the department was ranked #3 among all ophthalmology departments in the country in terms of NIH research funding, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR). The USC Ophthalmology Residency Program is also ranked nationally in the U.S. by Doximity. Furthermore, the USC Roski Eye Institute provides a unique cosmetic service with top-of-the-line lasers and light therapy.

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

• Provides outstanding clinical services in oculofacial plastic surgery.
• Proficiency in orbital, lacrimal, and eyelid surgeries is required.
• Excellence in facial cosmetic surgeries and procedures is desirable.
• Actively involve in the teaching and mentoring of students, interns, residents, and fellows.

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Applicants should be trained and experienced in oculofacial plastic surgery and completed an ASOPRS/AUPO approved fellowship.
• 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.

• 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.

Position Summary and Compensation:

The annual base salary for this full-time, non-tenure-track, and exempt faculty position will be between $226,000 - $319,000 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, MPA at  norma.sayoto@med.usc.edu.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.”