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School of Optometry- Assistant and/or Associate Professor- Optometry and Vision Science
University of Alabama Birmingham
Position Number: 00124 School/College: School of Optometry Job Description: We seek applicants whose central research focuses on cutting-edge biomedical sciences applied to vision and the visual system. The school's research program priorities include cellular and molecular biology of the eye, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, genetics, stem cell biology, biomedical optics and imaging, psychophysics and other topics. Current research strengths and opportunities include the study of hereditary retinal degenerations, retinal physiology, glaucoma, ocular surface diseases (dry eye), the development of refractive errors, biomedical imaging, visual brain function, and visual rehabilitation. Broader institutional strengths include neuroscience, aging, obesity, precision medicine, public health and health policy, and large-scale collaborative patient-based research. EEO Statement: UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans. Department: Optometry and Vision Science Assignment Category: Full-Time Tenure Status: Tenure Track Required Qualifications: Applicants should hold a doctoral degree (OD, PhD, MD, or in combination) and have a track-record of research funding. Successful candidates are expected to develop and sustain an innovative research program with extramural funding support, preferentially from the NEI. Candidates are also expected to advance and contribute to the educational, service, and clinical missions of the school. Pre-Employment Background Check: A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
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School of Optometry- Assistant and/or Associate Professor- Optometry and Vision Science | Birmingham, Alabama |
University of Alabama Birmingham | 2 Months Ago |
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