Assistant Professor- IL-Cornea and Contact Lenses- Chicago College of Optometry

Responsibilities

• Teaching: Developing and delivering lectures and/or laboratories for cornea and contact lenses and related areas, as assigned.
• Enhancing Didactic Philosophies: Maintaining and expanding the high-quality clinical practice environment for optometry students on rotation.
• Precepting Students: 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.
• Interdisciplinary Practice: Working closely together with all optometry and ophthalmology faculty to provide a complete range of eye and vision care services.
• Led Leadership Roles: Participating in leadership roles in state, regional, and national optometry organizations.
• College and University Service: Participating on College and University committees, as assigned.
• Scholarly Activity: 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 position.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution.
• Completed an advanced degree and/or ACOE-accredited residency in Cornea and Contact Lens.
• Eligible for an Illinois optometric license.
• Primary Eye Care Clinical Expertise: Required.

Contact Information

Contact information: Interested applicants should apply online at www.midwestern.edu and include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Brianne Hobbs, OD, PhD, FAAO, Dean and Professor, Chicago College of Optometry, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515; e-mail: bhobbs@midwestern.edu.