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Illinois College of Optometry

Full-Time Faculty Position

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What they do

An Optometrist provides primary care for health issues related to the eyes and vision. Examines patients' eyes to diagnose vision problems or diseases, and prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other treatments as needed. May specialize in a particular type of eye or vision care.

$130,049 / year median in Illinois

+14% projected growth

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Join Our Faculty and Help Shape the Next Generation of Optometrists! We're seeking a full-time faculty member to join our academic and clinical community. This is an exciting opportunity for an optometrist who is passionate about patient care, clinical education, and mentoring future eye care professionals. In this role, you'll combine hands-on clinical teaching and patient care at the Illinois Eye Institute with classroom and laboratory instruction, scholarly activity, and service to the College and profession. Ideal candidates will hold a Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Illinois. Residency training in Primary Care/Ocular Disease or equivalent experience is preferred. If you're looking for a faculty role where you can teach, practice, mentor, and grow as an educator and clinician, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help educate the future of optometry.