Adjunct Faculty - School of Optometry: Didactic Labs

MCPHS; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

MCPHS School of Optometry in Worcester, MA seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to support optometry students in laboratory courses and clinical rotations during the Fall Semester of the OD curriculum. The role involves teaching in the Optometry Theory & Methods laboratory, Primary and Specialty Care Clinic, and Clinical Externship II, with evaluations and performance reviews applying to the position.

The successful candidate will deliver in-person instruction, stay current in the field, and advise

Qualifications

• OD degree required from an ACOE-accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice as an OD in Massachusetts.
• Commitment to graduate and/or professional education and student success.
• Ability to work independently and interact with students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person laboratory and clinical skill instruction and tutoring in the School of Optometry.
• Maintain advanced knowledge in discipline and areas of expertise.
• Advise and assist students through scheduled appointments, after hours and on weekends.

Skills

Teaching lab skills

Clinical instruction

Student mentoring

Communication

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

MA licensure verification

Job description

The School of Optometry seeks Adjunct Faculty to provide academic support for optometry students enrolled in laboratory courses and clinical rotations. The faculty member works collaboratively with faculty colleagues in the School of Optometry. The successful candidate will assist in teaching laboratory and clinical skills in the Optometry Theory & Methods laboratory course, the Primary and Specialty Care Clinic course and in the Clinical Externship II course, which are all held in the Fall Semester of the OD curriculum. The position is subject to student course evaluations and annual performance reviews. The successful candidate will:

• Deliver in-person laboratory and clinical skill instruction, and tutoring in the School of Optometry
• Maintain advanced knowledge in discipline and areas of expertise
• Advise and assist students through scheduled appointments, after hours and on weekends

Required:

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree required from an ACOE-accredited institution
• Licensed to practice as an O.D. in Massachusetts
• Commitment to graduate and/or professional education and student success
• Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with students, faculty, and staff

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E-Verify institution.

About Us

Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world’s top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health and life sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7000 students across campuses in Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA), downtown Worcester, MA and downtown Manchester, NH. Our vision is to empower our Community to create a healthier, more equitable world, which we strive to achieve through our core values of integrity, community, engagement, collaboration, support, and innovation.

MCPHS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all members of the University community. We aim to recruit, develop, and retain the most skilled faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.