Assistant Professor- Cornea and Contact Lenses
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on4337, Seeley Avenue, Downers Grove, DuPage County, Illinois, 60515, United States
About the Team
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. With campuses in Downers Grove, Illinois, and Glendale, Arizona, the university enrolls over 6,000 students across diverse programs including osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and optometry. The institution fosters an environment that encourages learning, respect for the healthcare team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth, supported by over 500 full-time faculty members.
About the Role
This position is designed for a highly knowledgeable professional in the field of Cornea and Contact Lenses to develop and teach courses and laboratories while providing direct patient care and clinical instruction to professional students and residents. The role is integral to the D. program, requiring a commitment to enhancing didactic philosophies and maintaining a high-quality clinical practice environment for optometry students on rotation at the Midwestern University Eye Institute-Downers.
The successful candidate will engage in interdisciplinary practice with other educational professionals, participate in curricular assessment, student counseling, and service activities within the college and the broader scientific community. A sincere commitment to optometric education, community service, and patient care is essential. The role also involves active participation in research and scholarly activities, including presentations at scientific meetings and publications in peer-reviewed journals, sufficient to qualify for academic advancement in a non-tenure track position.
Hiring Process
Interested applicants should apply online at www.midwestern.edu. Applications must 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, at bhobbs@midwestern.edu or by mail at 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515.
Equal Opportunity
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender expressions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, age, disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The university complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act, the Smoke Free Illinois Act, the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, and the Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
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Skills: Cornea, Contact Lenses, Optometric License, Doctor Of Optometry, Primary Eye Care, Clinical Instruction, Curricular Assessment, Patient Care, Research, Scholarly Activity.
Education: Doctor of Optometry degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Assistant Professor- Cornea and Contact Lenses at Clinical Research Services at Midwestern University
What does a Assistant Professor- Cornea and Contact Lenses at Clinical Research Services at Midwestern University do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Assistant Professor- Cornea and Contact Lenses at Clinical Research Services at Midwestern University will develop and deliver lectures and laboratories on cornea and contact lenses; provide direct patient care and clinical instruction to students and residents; maintain and expand the high-quality clinical practice environment for students; and participate in curricular assessment, student counseling, and professional development.
What are the requirements for this Assistant Professor- Cornea and Contact Lenses role?expand_more
Clinical Research Services at Midwestern University is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution; Completed advanced degree and/or ACOE-accredited residency in Cornea and Contact Lens; Eligible for an Illinois optometric license; and Primary eye care clinical expertise.