Assistant Professor- AZ- Arizona College of Optometry

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

Teaching & Clinical Education

• 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 highâquality clinical learning environment through innovative studentâcentered teaching approaches aligned with the O.D. programs educational philosophy
• Mentor and support students and residents through individualized instruction feedback and professional development

Clinical & Interdisciplinary Care

• Deliver patientâcentered optometric care with a strong interdisciplinary focus collaborating with therapy and medical professionals
• Contribute to the development and growth of neuroâoptometric vision therapy sports vision and ABI services that meet community needs

Service & Scholarship

• Participate in curricular assessment student advising faculty development and college/university service
• Engage in scholarly activity including research presentations and publications
• Contribute to professional service at the state regional or national level

Educational Philosophy & Faculty Culture

The College of Optometry values faculty who are engaged educators innovative thinkers and committed mentors. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for student learning embrace innovative and evidenceâbased teaching methods and contribute to a collaborative supportive educational environment. Faculty are expected to actively support students professional growth contribute ideas that advance the curriculum and engage in continuous improvement of teaching and clinical education.

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) from an ACOEâaccredited institution
• Completion of an ACOEâaccredited residency in neuro-optometry binocular vision/vision therapy pediatrics or related area
• Eligibility for Arizona optometric licensure

Preferred

• 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

Contact information: Interested applicants should apply online at include curriculum vitae and letter of interest. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Alicia Feis Dean; Midwestern University Arizona College of Optometry 19555 N. 59th Ave Glendale Arizona 85308; e-mail:

Midwestern University is a private not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses one in Downers Grove Illinois and the other in Glendale Arizona. More than 6000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine dentistry pharmacy physician assistant studies physical therapy occupational therapy nurse anesthesia cardiovascular perfusion podiatry optometry clinical psychology speech language pathology biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Our faculty and staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning respect for all members of the health care team service interdisciplinary scholarly activity and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance short/long-term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work-life balance with a competitive time off package including paid holidays sick/flex days personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan tuition reimbursement child care subsidy reimbursement program identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

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 withall federal state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.

Required Experience:

Junior IC