Assistant Professor- AZ- Arizona College of Optometry

Midwestern University; Glendale (AZ); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Midwestern University - Arizona College of Optometry seeks a faculty optometrist with expertise in neurorehabilitation, acquired brain injury, vision therapy, binocular vision, and pediatrics. The successful candidate will contribute to didactic instruction, clinical education, interdisciplinary patient care, and scholarly activity within the Eye and Therapy Institutes.

Responsibilities include teaching didactic courses and laboratories, supervising students and residents in primary care and

Qualifications

• Teach didactic courses and/or laboratories in neuro-optometry, vision therapy, pediatrics, and related areas.
• 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.
• Mentor and support students and residents through individualized instruction, feedback, and professional development.
• Deliver patient-centered optometric care with a strong interdisciplinary focus, collaborating with therapy and medical professionals.
• Participate in curricular assessment, student advising, faculty development, and college/university service.

Responsabilités

• Teach didactic courses and labs in neuro-optometry, vision therapy, and pediatrics.
• Provide clinical instruction and supervise students and residents in primary care and specialty clinics.
• Mentor students and residents with individualized instruction and feedback.
• Engage in interdisciplinary care alongside therapy and medical professionals.
• Participate in curricular assessment and scholarly activity.

Connaissances

Neurorehabilitation

Vision therapy

Binocular vision

Pediatrics

ABI

Description du poste

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