High Point University's School of Optometry is seeking to appoint a group of optometric faculty members with specialties in foundational sciences, ocular disease, primary care, contact lenses, pediatrics, binocular vision, and vision rehabilitation. The ideal candidates will be passionate about educating the next generation of optometrists, engaging in scholarly activities, and contributing to the advancement of the optometric profession.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Earned doctoral level degree (O.D., Ph.D., or equivalent) degree from an accredited optometry school in a discipline related to the mission of the School of Optometry.

Experience and Training: Minimum of three years clinical experience in optometry or completion of an optometric residency. Experience in academic settings as an instructor or researcher is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability: Strong foundation in optometric care and its various subspecialties. Ability to engage and inspire students. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to research and scholarly activity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide high-quality instruction in optometry courses, including lectures, labs, and clinical supervision.
• Develop and maintain a research program, with a focus on contributing to the body of knowledge in optometric science and practice.
• Engage in service activities within the School of Optometry, the university, and the broader professional community.
• Advise and mentor optometry students in academic, research, and clinical capacities.
• Collaborate with faculty members across departments to enhance interdisciplinary learning.

For more information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Catherine Heyman, Founding Dean and Associate Professor, School of Optometry at cheyman@highpoint.edu.

About High Point University

Founded in 1924, HPU is a 100-year-old liberal arts institution located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina. It is a member of the NCAA Division I’s Big South Conference in athletics.U.S. News & World Report has ranked HPU the No. 1 Best Regional College in the South for 12 consecutive years and the No. 1 Most Innovative Regional College in the South for nine consecutive years.The Princeton Review named HPU in “The Best 389 Colleges: 2024 Edition” and among the “Best South” colleges by region list. HPU was also recognized among the Top 20 in the nation for Best-Run Colleges, Best Career Services, Most Beautiful Campus, Most Active Student Government, Best College Dorms and Best Campus Food, as well as a Great School for Business/Finance Majors and a Great School for Communication Majors.For 14 years in a row, HPU has been named a College of Distinction with special recognition for career development, business and education programs.

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