Open Rank Clinical Faculty - Optometry - FAC003566
$77,000 - $223,000/Yr
University of Houston - Houston, TX
posted 3 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Onsite - Houston, TX
Educational Services
About the position
The University of Houston is seeking an Open Rank Clinical Faculty member for its College of Optometry. This non-tenure track position focuses on clinical education, patient care, academic service, and scholarship in various optometric specialties. The role is designed for individuals with broad clinical experience who are committed to student success and innovation in optometric education.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care in various optometric specialties.
- Engage in clinical education and mentoring of students.
- Participate in academic service and scholarship related to the program area.
- Contribute to the development of evidence-based clinical practice.
- Collaborate in inter-professional practice settings.
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree.
- Completion of a residency or fellowship program, or equivalent relevant clinical experience.
- Experience in clinical teaching and mentoring.
- Eligibility for optometric licensure in Texas.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in specialty contact lenses and myopia management.
- Knowledge in pediatrics, binocular vision, strabismus, and amblyopia.
- Familiarity with neuro-optometric care and vision rehabilitation.
- Expertise in anterior segment disease management, including dry eye conditions.
- Background in sports vision, vision therapy, and visual performance.
Benefits
- Salary and rank commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and academic growth.
