Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Vision Science - (FAC002592)

The University of Houston seeks an outstanding vision scientist to join the faculty in the Department of Basic Sciences in the College of Optometry ( http://www.opt.uh.edu/ ). A tenure-track position is open for a promising assistant, associate, or full professor. The successful candidate is expected to conduct a nationally recognized, independent, externally funded research program in vision science.

We are seeking candidates with expertise in the investigation of normal or abnormal sensory or perceptual aspects of monocular or binocular visual processing. The ideal candidate for this position would carry out psychophysical, physiological, and/or imaging studies on the visual capabilities of humans or relevant animal models. The applicant would teach vision science that could include characteristics and mechanisms of visual perception of color, form, motion, depth and/or spatiotemporal patterns, in the College's optometry program and graduate program in physiological optics.

The successful applicant will join a diverse group of vision researchers studying normal and abnormal visual processes, using a variety of approaches ranging from molecular and cellular, to behavioral and optical. The research program is supported by a P30 core grant from the National Eye Institute (NEI), which provides technical support for instrumentation and optical design, programming and application development, biostatistics, histology, and biomedical imaging capabilities. A T35 training grant also supports research training for professional students. A diverse patient base provides opportunities for patient-based or translational investigations. Existing biomedical research strengths within the College, University and the neighboring Texas Medical Center provide a unique environment for collaboration.

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D., or equivalent degree, postdoctoral experience, and a record of high productivity at their current rank. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience, and the startup package will be competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For fullest consideration by the committee, applications should be received by February 15, 2023.

To apply, please attach (1) a Curriculum Vitae, (2) a two-page description of research experience, current interests and projects and long-term goals, (3) a one- to two-page statement of teaching philosophy (4) representative reprints and (5) the names and contact information for three references.

Contact Dr. Vallabh E Das, Dept. Chair of Basic Sciences at vdas@Central.UH.EDU or Dr. Wendy Harrison, Search Committee Chair at wwharris@Central.UH.EDU , should you have any follow-up questions. The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

The University of Houston is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications :

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D., or equivalent degree, postdoctoral experience, and a record of high productivity at their current rank.

Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for all faculty appointments and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate. All positions at the university are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.