College of Optometry Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor (Non-tenure track)

Job Overview Job ID: 54810. Location: St. Louis. Full‑time. Responsibilities The College of Optometry at the University of Missouri‑St. Louis invites applicants to join our dynamic academic community. Successful candidates will: Contribute to the development, evaluation, and enhancement of optometric education. Provide instruction and service in the professional program and maintain a clinical practice for UMSL Eye Care and affiliated clinic partners. Serve as a mentor for student research. Utilize innovative instructional strategies and technology. Translate research into clinical care and education and disseminate evidence‑based practice. Qualifications Required: Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, eligible for or active license to practice optometry in Missouri. Experience with or demonstrated potential to develop innovative instructional strategies and technology. Expertise in an area of emphasis and contemporary issues in optometry and healthcare. Demonstrated experience in effective dissemination of evidence‑based practice and translation of research into clinical care and education. Experience teaching, providing clinical services, and collaborating with students, patients, and colleagues. Preferred: License to practice optometry in Illinois. Completed an ACOE‑accredited residency. Application Materials Include a letter of interest addressing how your experience aligns with the qualifications required for this position, your curriculum vitae, and a list of at least three contacts who can serve as references (for finalists only). Questions may be directed to Dr. Coral Dundon, Assistant Clinical Professor at View email address on click.appcast.io. Application Deadline The position will remain open until filled. Sponsorship Information Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor employment visas for this position. Other Information The University of Missouri‑St. Louis is a public, metropolitan land‑grant institution committed to basic and applied research, teaching, and service. For additional information about UMSL see: The College of Optometry includes a 4‑year professional degree (O.D.) program and post‑professional residency programs. For additional information about the College see: Benefits This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists