Embracing and enhancing the didactic philosophies in the O.D.
program;
Maintaining and expanding the high-quality clinical practice
environment for optometry students on rotation; and
Precepting students on clinical rotation at the Midwestern
University Eye Institute- Downers
b) Service
- Helping to maintain and grow the state-of-the-art optometry
program with a strong interdisciplinary focus that meets the needs
of patients in the surrounding community; is efficient,
patient-friendly, and cost-effective;
- Working closely together with all optometry and ophthalmology
faculty to provide a complete range of eye and vision care
services;
- Participating in leadership roles in state, regional, and
national optometry organizations;
- Participating in college and University committees, as
assigned; and
- Participating in College and University service
c) Scholarly activity
- Engaging in research and scholarly activity, including
presentations at scientific meetings, research, and publication in
peer-reviewed journals sufficient to qualify for academic
advancement in a non-tenure track
Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Doctor of Optometry degree from an
ACOE-accredited institution, must have completed an ACOE-accredited
residency, and must be eligible for an Illinois optometric license.
Primary eye care clinical expertise is also required.
Contact information: Interested applicants should apply
online at
www.midwestern.edu and include a curriculum vitae
and a letter of interest. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Brianne
Hobbs, OD, PhD, FAAO, Dean and Professor, Chicago College of
Optometry, 555 31
st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515;
e-mail:
bhobbs@midwestern.edu
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 6,000
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. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 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 accounts. 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.
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