Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta & Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FOMD), University of Alberta are recruiting an ophthalmologist who has expertise in glaucoma surgery, including the medical and surgical management of adult and pediatric glaucoma. The Department’s vision is to lead patient-centered eye care through outstanding and integrated service, education and research.

The successful candidate will have medical and surgical experience and expertise in the identification and treatment of glaucoma disease in both adult and pediatric patients. The University of Alberta seeks a candidate with a proven track record of publication in peer reviewed journals. Research and clinical teaching experience is essential.

Clinical Practice

Full time glaucoma clinical practice in a community-based setting, with one (1) day per month on-site at the RAH Eye Institute. Clinical scope includes the assessment and management of both adult and pediatric glaucoma patients as part of the general glaucoma caseload.

Surgical Practice

A minimum of two (2) operating days per month will be provided between RAH and chartered surgical facilities. Pediatric glaucoma surgical cases will be incorporated into the candidate’s regular surgical practice as required.

Call Responsibilities

Comprehensive ophthalmology call responsibilities are shared amongst the 30+ surgical ophthalmologists in the zone (separate from retina specialty call). In-person staffing of the emergency room follow-up clinics is required when on-call.

Teaching and Research

There will be teaching responsibilities involving medical students and residents. Teaching and research will be enabled through an appointment as Clinical Faculty within the University of Alberta FOMD.

Committee Work

It is expected that the successful candidate will assist in improving the lives of patients, learners and ophthalmologists in Edmonton by volunteering to participate on a variety of committees.

•      Applicants must be licensed in good standing, or eligible for licensure, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).

•      Candidate will have completed a residency in ophthalmology and a one (1)-year glaucoma fellowship, ideally including clinical and/or surgical exposure to pediatric glaucoma.

•      The candidate must be a member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).

•      Medical and surgical experience and expertise in the identification and treatment of glaucoma disease in both adult and pediatric patients.

•      Proven track record of publication in peer-reviewed journals; research and clinical teaching experience is essential.

•      Position Classification: Full-time

•      FTE: 1

•      Unit and Program: Surgery

•      Specialty: Ophthalmology

•      Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services

•      Sponsorship Eligible: No

•      Compensation: Fee for service

•      Posting Date: Aug 21, 2026

•      Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found

•      Target Start Date: July 2027

Qualified candidates should send a letter of intent outlining their clinical, teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to the attention of:

Erin Childs, Administrative Secretary

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

2304, 10240 Kingsway Avenue NW

Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA T5H 3V9

Application review will begin in September 2026. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.