Assistant Professor- AZ- Arizona College of Optometry

About the role

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

• 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
• 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

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) from an ACOE-accredited institution
• Completion of an ACOE-accredited residency in neuro-optometry, binocular vision/vision therapy, pediatrics, or related area
• Eligibility for Arizona optometric licensure
• Prior clinical or scholarly experience in acquired brain injury, neurorehabilitation, and interdisciplinary care with some interest in Sports Vision
• Teaching experience in professional or residency education
• Demonstrated commitment to student success, collaboration, and continuous improvement in optometric education

Benefits

The College of Optometry offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long-term disability and pet insurance. Other benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend and evening hours required for clinical rotations and patient care.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contact information

To apply, interested applicants should submit their application online at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. The application packet should include a curriculum vitae and letter of interest. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Alicia Feis, Dean; Midwestern University, Arizona College of Optometry, 19555 N. 59th Ave, Glendale, Arizona 85308; e-mail: afeis@midwestern.edu.