Department: Clinical Sciences

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The University of Houston (UH) seeks an outstanding biomedical research clinician scientist to join other vision scientists on the faculty in the Department of Clinical Sciences in its College of Optometry (http://www.opt.uh.edu/). A tenure-track position is open for a promising clinician scientist as an Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct a nationally recognized, independent, externally funded research program in vision science or relevant applied biomedical sciences.

All areas in translational vision research will be considered. The ideal candidate for this position would be a clinician scientist with expertise in investigations of disease models to study the pathophysiological mechanisms of disease, and in employing modern pharmacologic, physiologic, genetic, imaging or regenerative approaches for the diagnosis and treatment of major diseases and disorders affecting human vision (e.g. glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetes, myopia, strabismus, amblyopia).

The successful applicant will join a diverse group of biomedical researchers studying normal and abnormal visual processes in humans and in animal models, using a variety of approaches ranging from molecular and cellular, to behavioral, neurophysiological and optical. The research program is supported by a P30 core grant from the National Eye Institute (NEI), T35 training grant from the NEI support research training for professional students, support for graduate students and excellent state-of-the-art animal facilities. Existing biomedical research strengths within the College, University and the neighboring Texas Medical Center provide a unique environment for collaboration. A diverse patient base provides opportunities for patient-based or translational investigations.

Candidates are expected to have a relevant terminal degree (O.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree), clinical education, and a record of high productivity at their current rank.

Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience, and the startup package will be competitive.

To apply, please attach (1) a Curriculum Vitae, (2) a two-page description of research experience, current interests and projects and long-term goals, (3) a one to two page statement of teaching philosophy (4) representative reprints and (5) the names and contact information for three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For additional information, please contact:
Dr. David Berntsen, Clinical Sciences Department Chair at DBerntsen@central.uh.edu, or
Dr. Lisa Ostrin, Faculty Search Committee Chair at LOstrin@Central.UH.EDU.

The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.