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Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - faculty positions within the university that are not tenure track and not eligible for tenure; on a fixed term contract. Persons with the title of professor-clinical associate professor-clinical assistant professor-clinical and instructor-clinical. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty department and as appropriate regional campus; Clinical faculty are teacher/practitioners and will be engaged primarily in teaching activities. These faculty normally have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field or equivalent experience.

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The College of Optometry at The Ohio State University invites applications for a clinical track faculty appointment. We are seeking a candidate who will be an enthusiastic team member of our faculty committed to training future clinicians and serving as a role model for the profession at the College State and National level. Applicants at all career levels are encouraged to apply. Depending on qualifications an appointment will be made at the Assistant Associate or Professor level. We are conducting a broad search rather than emphasizing any particular clinical area of expertise. Clinical interests may be in any of the following areas: contact lenses binocular vision pediatrics vision rehabilitation primary care outreach or diagnoses and treatment of ocular disease. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the academic mission of the College through teaching and service as well as engage in scholarly activity related to their clinical and academic focus.

Performance Objectives

• Excellence in clinical and didactic teaching. Teaching is evaluated based on the individuals availability to students defining student expectations and clear and effective communication

• Excellence in scholarship. Scholarship is evaluated based on its impact on the profession and by national recognition by professional organizations

• Excellence in service and/or leadership. Service and/or leadership is evaluated based on the activitys impact on the profession public community College and University

Education and Experience Requirements

• OD (or equivalent) degree eligibility for Ohio Optometric licensure and completion of an accredited residency program or equivalent experience.

This appointment may be at the rank of Assistant Associate or Full Professor. Rank and salary will be determined by the candidates academic credentials and experience.

Desired Start Date: July 1 2026

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How to Apply

To be considered please submit your application electronically via Workday. Applicants should submit electronic versions of a current CV a personal statement teaching goals and the names and addresses of three references to Dawn J. Goedde OD Chair Clinical Faculty Search Committee . The Ohio State University College of Optometry 338 W. 10th Ave. Fry Hall Columbus OH 43201.

The application closes February 28 2026.

The College

The Ohio State University College of Optometry is one of the nations premier optometry programs and is the only college or school of optometry in Ohio offering a comprehensive education grounded in scientific excellence patientcentered clinical training and leadership development. Students begin patient care in their first year and graduate with extensive handson experience across primary and specialty services preparing them to excel in all areas of optometric practice.

Through its signature Buckeye Advantage the College delivers consistently strong board passage rates exceptional practicemanagement education and a collaborative academic culture that supports innovation clinical excellence and professional growth. Faculty benefit from modern facilities engaged learners and a mission-driven environment committed to advancing vision care education and research

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Ohio State is a top-20 public university and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages including medical dental and vision insurance tuition assistance for employees and their dependents and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

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