Assistant Professor- IL- Pediatrics & Vision Therapy- Chicago College of Optometry
About The Position
Midwestern University is seeking candidates with strong expertise in Primary Eye Care and Pediatrics/Vision Therapy for an Assistant Professor position at the Chicago College of Optometry. The role involves developing and teaching courses, providing direct patient care and clinical instruction to students and residents, and participating in interdisciplinary practice. Successful candidates will also be involved in curricular assessment, professional development, student counseling, service activities, research, and scholarly activities, demonstrating a commitment to optometric education, community service, and patient care.
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution.
- Completion of an ACOE-accredited residency.
- Eligibility for an Illinois optometric license.
- Primary eye care clinical expertise.
Responsibilities
- Developing and delivering lectures and/or laboratories for the area of specialty and related areas, as assigned.
- Embracing and enhancing the didactic philosophies in the O.D. program.
- Maintaining and expanding the high-quality clinical practice environment for optometry students on rotation.
- Precepting students on clinical rotation at the Midwestern University Eye Institute- Downers.
- Helping to maintain and grow the state-of-the-art optometry program with a strong interdisciplinary focus that meets the needs of patients in the surrounding community; is efficient, patient-friendly, and cost-effective.
- Working closely together with all optometry and ophthalmology faculty to provide a complete range of eye and vision care services.
- Participating in leadership roles in state, regional, and national optometry organizations.
- Participating in college and University committees, as assigned.
- Participating in College and University service.
- Engaging in research and scholarly activity, including presentations at scientific meetings, research, and publication in peer-reviewed journals sufficient to qualify for academic advancement in a non-tenure track.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- life insurance
- short/long-term disability
- pet insurance
- flexible spending accounts, including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care accounts
- competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days
- 403(b) retirement plan
- tuition reimbursement
- child care subsidy reimbursement program
- identity theft protection
- employee assistance program
- wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
