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Job description
Faculty Optometrist Position
The Arizona College of Optometry seeks a faculty optometrist with expertise in neurorehabilitation, acquired brain injury, vision therapy, binocular vision, and/or pediatrics. The successful candidate will contribute to didactic instruction, clinical education, interdisciplinary patient care, and scholarly activity within the Eye and Therapy Institutes.
Responsibilities
Teaching & Clinical Education
Teach didactic courses and/or laboratories in neuro-optometry, vision therapy, pediatrics, and related areas, as assigned
Provide clinical instruction and precept professional students and residents in primary care and specialty clinics, including ABI, vision therapy including sports vision, pediatrics and others as assigned
Support and enhance a high-quality clinical learning environment through innovative, student-centered teaching approaches aligned with the O.D. program's educational philosophy
Mentor and support students and residents through individualized instruction, feedback, and professional development
Clinical & Interdisciplinary Care
Deliver patient-centered optometric care with a strong interdisciplinary focus, collaborating with therapy and medical professionals
Contribute to the development and growth of neuro-optometric, vision therapy, sports vision and ABI services that meet community needs
Service & Scholarship
Participate in curricular assessment, student advising, faculty development, and college/university service
Engage in scholarly activity, including research, presentations, and publications
Contribute to professional service at the state, regional, or national level
Educational Philosophy & Faculty Culture
The College of Optometry values faculty who are engaged educators, innovative thinkers, and committed mentors. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for student learning, embrace innovative and evidence-based teaching methods, and contribute to a collaborative, supportive educational environment. Faculty are expected to actively support students' professional growth, contribute ideas that advance the curriculum, and engage in continuous improvement of teaching and clinical education.
Qualifications
Required
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) from an ACOE-accredited institution
Completion of an ACOE-accredited residency in neuro-optometry, binocular vision/vision therapy, pediatrics, or related area
Eligibility for Arizona optometric licensure
Preferred
Clinical or scholarly experience in acquired brain injury, neurorehabilitation, and interdisciplinary care with some interest in Sports Vision
Teaching experience in professional or residency education
Demonstrated commitment to student success, collaboration, and continuous improvement in optometric education
Worksite address
glendale, AZ, 85318, US
Who can apply
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