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Adjunct Faculty - Clinical Sciences (Optometry)

  • 492839
  • Part-Time
  • Clinical Sciences

Department: Clinical Sciences

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The University of Houston, College of Optometry is seeking outstanding candidates for part-time and full-time Adjunct Faculty positions. Adjunct responsibilities include: professional program classroom instruction and/ or clinical instruction using on-site, simulation, online and distance education strategies; evaluation of student performance; and communication with program managers and College administration.

The College of Optometry is proud of its excellent academic programs, innovative web enhanced education, simulation laboratory, and supportive student environment for both face-to-face and distance learning. Ability to teach in a variety of specialty areas is a plus.

To apply, please provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae/resume, a list of three current references with contact information, and copies of unofficial transcripts of all graduate work.

Qualifications
- Terminal Degree
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Residency training or comparable clinical experience (only required for patient care)

Preferred Qualifications:
- Teaching Experience

Required Attachments
Unofficial Transcripts, Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates. All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
 
The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.

 

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