Open Rank, Tenured/Tenure Track, OD - Optometric Medicine - 3601

University of North Carolina Pembroke; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Faculty development funds

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is inviting applications for an Open Rank, Tenured/Tenure Track position in Optometric Medicine. The role focuses on high-quality didactic, clinical, and/or laboratory instruction, course development, and student supervision, with scholarly activity expected in line with rank and tenure guidelines.

Responsibilities include supporting accreditation efforts, mentoring students, and representing the College in professional settings, while advancing

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility for optometry licensure in North Carolina, if position requires clinical care.
• Completion of an accredited residency program or a minimum of three (3) years clinical experience with an active unrestricted license.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, or clinically supervise at the doctoral/professional level.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to excellence and to serving a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical settings; course development and assessment.
• Supervise and mentoring of optometry students; engage in scholarly activity.
• Participate in institutional service and governance; support accreditation efforts.
• Represent the College in professional and community settings; model professionalism and ethical care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by College of Optometric Medicine administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Diversity commitment

Education

OD degree

Job description

Open Rank, Tenured/Tenure Track, OD - Optometric Medicine - 3601

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Optometric Medicine (Office)

Working Title: Open Rank, Tenured/Tenure Track, OD - Optometric Medicine

Vacancy Type: Tenure Track Faculty

Min T/E Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited institution
• Eligibility for optometry licensure in North Carolina, if position requires clinical care
• Completion of an accredited residency program or a minimum of three (3) years clinical experience with an active unrestricted license
• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, or clinically supervise at the doctoral/professional level
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Commitment to excellence and to serving a diverse student population

FTE: 1.0

Recruitment Range: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Anticipated Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Position #: 3601

FLSA Status: Exempt

Months per year: 12

Is this a grant funded position? No

If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable) N/A

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

Mission: The University of North Carolina at Pembroke College of Optometric Medicine develops compassionate, skilled and independent optometric physicians through excellence in education, patient care, and research to serve local and regional ocular health needs.

The College of Optometric Medicine (COM) provides doctoral level education and clinical training in preparation for licensure. At its full capacity, COM will support full-time faculty and staff of approximately 35 employees and a population of approximately 128 graduate students. The Doctor of Optometry program provides a comprehensive four-year curriculum in basic science, optometric science, clinical training, and provision of patient care in the second, third and fourth years of the program and will be accredited by the Accrediting Council on Optometric Education. The unit will also support a public eye care clinic.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to support the mission of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke College of Optometric Medicine by providing high-quality didactic, clinical, and/or laboratory instruction while advancing scholarship, patient care, and service. The faculty member will contribute to the preparation of compassionate, competent, and independent optometric physicians equipped to meet the vision and eye health needs of local and regional populations.

Job Description

This full-time, tenure-track faculty position involves teaching in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical settings; course development and assessment; and supervision and mentoring of optometry students. The faculty member will engage in scholarly activity consistent with rank and tenure expectations, participate in institutional service and governance, and represent the College in professional and community settings. Additional responsibilities include supporting accreditation efforts, modeling professionalism and ethical clinical care, and performing other duties as assigned by College of Optometric Medicine administration.

Sign-on bonus and faculty development funds are available for qualified applicants.

Management Preference

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior faculty experience in optometric education
• Additional advanced degree (PhD, MS, MPH, MEd, etc.) or LPSE/Laser credentials
• Fellowship or Diplomate in the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO)
• Record of scholarly activity (presentations, publications, or funded projects)
• Active engagement in professional organizations (AAO, AOA, state/local societies)

Areas of Need

Candidates with expertise in two or more of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply:

• Basic and Biomedical Sciences (e.g., anatomy, neuroanatomy, physiology, immunology, vision science, body systems, optics)
• Clinical and Pre-clinical Optometric Education (examination techniques, procedures, treatment and management of ocular disease, surgical/laser procedures, public health, interprofessional care)
• Clinical Patient Care in adult primary care, ocular disease, pediatrics, contact lenses, geriatrics, binocular vision, neuro-optometric rehabilitation, orthoptics, and/or low vision.

Posting Information

Job Opening Date: 10/16/2026

Job Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Posting Category: Faculty

Posting Number: EPA01183

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13819

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