Clinical Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Contact Lens - (FAC002643)

The University of Houston’s College of Optometry seeks an outstanding optometrist with interest and experience in contact lenses to join the Clinical Sciences Department. Candidates should have broad clinical experience with contact lens fitting and practice, as well as expertise in the care and management of anterior segment disorders including dry eye conditions and ocular surface disease.

This is an open-rank, clinical non-tenure track faculty position. Clinical Science Department faculty are responsible for patient care, teaching, academic service, and scholarship related to their program area. Teaching experience related to evidence-based clinical practice and familiarity with interprofessional collaborative practice settings is preferred.

Successful applicants must have an OD degree and should have completed a residency/fellowship program or have equivalent relevant clinical, academic, or other experience. Applicants should have experience with clinical teaching and mentoring. Successful candidates must be eligible for optometric licensure in the state of Texas.

Complete applications should include: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Teaching Philosophy or Personal Statement

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For fullest consideration by the committee, applications should be received before February 15, 2023. Please contact, Dr. David Berntsen, Clinical Science Department Chair ( DBerntsen@Central.UH.EDU ) or Dr. Wendy Harrison, Faculty Search Committee Chair ( wwharris@Central.UH.EDU ) with questions.

The University of Houston College of Optometry is internationally recognized as a leader in clinical healthcare, vision-related biomedical research, and community health services (see http://www.opt.uh.edu/ for details).

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

Qualifications :

Successful applicants must have an OD degree and should have completed a residency/fellowship program or have equivalent relevant clinical, academic, or other experience. Applicants should have experience with clinical teaching and mentoring. Successful candidates must be eligible for optometric licensure in the state of Texas.

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.