Assistant Professor-Clinical (Part-Time) - KYCO

The University of Pikeville maintains a pool of part-time faculty who are passionate about teaching and student learning. This application is for a position in the Kentucky College of Optometry as a clinical preceptor and lab instructor.

We are currently seeking faculty in the following fields as well as faculty who can provide expertise in:

• Primary Care
• Ocular disease
• Specialty care (pediatrics, cornea/contact lens, low vision)

Responsibilities:  

1. Providing clinical care at the various KYCO clinics while precepting students to aid in their development into competent optometric physicians.
2. Promptly completes associated patient records and student assessments adhering to all related deadlines and policies.
3. Tutoring and mentoring students as needed.
4. Regular and responsive communication with the Associate Dean for Clinics. 

Requirements:

• Must have an OD degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience or residency training.
• Must be licensed to practice optometry in the commonwealth of Kentucky.

Faculty Expectations: Note that the University of Pikeville recognizes that effective educators are themselves life-long learners. Part-time faculty members are encouraged to attend our professional development workshops whenever possible to improve use of educational technology, determine ways to better engage students, and reflect on methods to create the most effective environment for student growth. 

Positions are available in the spring, summer, and fall semesters. Review of applications occur as needed within each division of the College. 

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. 

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students. 

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. Interested applicants should complete the online application by visiting http://jobs.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of their transcripts, a teaching philosophy statement, and the contact information for three to five professional references.