Assistant Professor - Vision Care

THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Title

Assistant Professor - Vision Care Technology

Location/Department

Vision Care Technology

Position Detail

Assistant Professor

FLSA Status

Exempt

Compensation

Commensurate with education and experience.

Web Site

http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/

Notice Number

FY13526

Closing Date

Open until filled (Search reopened)

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

The Vision Care Technology department has an opening for a full-time faculty member. This program, the only one of its kind in the CUNY system, prepares students for a career in eyeglass dispensing, ophthalmic fabrication and contact lens fitting. The curriculum includes a carefully planned balance of theory and clinical practice in all aspects of the eye care profession. Our full time faculty is made up of licensed opticians who are active in the field. A graduate of the program may become a proprietor of an optical dispensing business or may secure a position as an ophthalmic dispenser, contact lens fitter, an ophthalmic assistant, an ophthalmic sales representative or an optical research technician.

Responsible for teaching a range of vision care technology courses, conducting academic advisement, curriculum development and research. Committee and departmental participation is required, as well as professional development activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have a Doctor of Optometry and be licensed in New York State. At least five years of experience in a responsible position is a must, as well as expertise in Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye, Optics, Contact Lenses and Clinical Refraction. Prior teaching experience at a college level in opticianry is preferred, as well as excellent communication and computer skills. Experience in curriculum development, instructional technology and innovative pedagogy is desirable.

TO APPLY

Cover letter and resume.

Ms. M. Harris
Director, ISR, N 321
New York City College of Technology
300 Jay Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Or electronically: isr@citytech.cuny.edu

TOP OF PAGE

The City University of New York An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/ Americans with Disabilities Act EmployerLast Updated:


THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK CAREER OPPORTUNITY

NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Title		Assistant Professor - Vision Care Technology
Location/Department		Vision Care Technology

Position Detail		Assistant Professor
FLSA Status		Exempt
Compensation		Commensurate with education and experience.
Web Site		http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/
Notice Number		FY13526
Closing Date		Open until filled (Search reopened)

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

	The Vision Care Technology department has an opening for a full-time faculty member. This program, the only one of its kind in the CUNY system, prepares students for a career in eyeglass dispensing, ophthalmic fabrication and contact lens fitting. The curriculum includes a carefully planned balance of theory and clinical practice in all aspects of the eye care profession. Our full time faculty is made up of licensed opticians who are active in the field. A graduate of the program may become a proprietor of an optical dispensing business or may secure a position as an ophthalmic dispenser, contact lens fitter, an ophthalmic assistant, an ophthalmic sales representative or an optical research technician. Responsible for teaching a range of vision care technology courses, conducting academic advisement, curriculum development and research. Committee and departmental participation is required, as well as professional development activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

	The candidate must have a Doctor of Optometry and be licensed in New York State. At least five years of experience in a responsible position is a must, as well as expertise in Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye, Optics, Contact Lenses and Clinical Refraction. Prior teaching experience at a college level in opticianry is preferred, as well as excellent communication and computer skills. Experience in curriculum development, instructional technology and innovative pedagogy is desirable.

TO APPLY		Cover letter and resume.
		Ms. M. Harris Director, ISR, N 321 New York City College of Technology 300 Jay Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 Or electronically: isr@citytech.cuny.edu