Posting Number: F00925
Campus: Western University Campus-Pomona, CA
Department: 2001-College of Optometry
Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.
Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $100,000.00 Annually
Maximum: $115,000.00 Annually
Job Summary
To teach in didactic courses, pre-clinical laboratories, and participate in clinical education programs, specific duties to be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
- Knowledge of special emphasis within optometric scope of practice and its application to clinical optometry.
- Skilled in reviewing and understanding scientific literature related to area of special emphasis
- Able to lecture on topics of expertise related to area of special emphasis.
- Able to publish scholarly papers on topics of expertise, especially related to area of special emphasis.
- Able to provide clinical care to patients and clinical education to students and residents.
- Able to interact and communicate in an effective manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds, including students, staff, faculty, administration and outside constituents.
- Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Education – Doctor of Optometry Degree or PhD in discipline relatable to special emphasis
- License to practice in California or the ability to obtain California licensure within 3 months of employment (if holding an OD degree)
Experience:
- 1-3 years' experience in didactic education, and/or clinical practice, and/or completion of an accredited optometric residency program, and/or any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Additional credentials, such as PhD or other doctoral degree, master's degree, or LPSE certification is strongly preferred.
Posting Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 09/24/2027
Essential Job Duties
Teaching:
- Teach in various learning environments including didactic lecture, laboratory, and clinical settings. Support students in developing the knowledge base, critical thinking, and/or clinical skills necessary for success in clinical patient practice and licensure examinations.
Scholarly Activity:
- Create and disseminate new information by publishing articles, presenting posters, and/or peer-reviewed scientific presentations of relevance to the profession of optometry and optometric education. Seek outside funding support for a variety of scholarly projects.
Research:
- Engage in research aligned with areas of expertise, with the goal of securing external funding and advancing a sustainable research agenda.
Service:
- Serve on various committees within the College of Optometry, the University, the profession of optometry, and/or other professional organizations.
- Performs other duties as assigned. The University/College reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/37574