Job description

Academic Year
2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Rosenberg School of Optometry invites full-time, non-tenure track, faculty candidates for Clinical Professor of Optometry-Open Rank. The Clinical Professor is expected to conduct classroom and clinical laboratory teaching in optometry theory and the clinical examination course series, consistent with the department’s needs. This position may have responsibilities in the areas of ocular disease, pediatrics, and/or low vision.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities.

Academic credentials and experience of finalist will determine final rank-Senior Clinical Instructor, Assistant Clinical Professor, Associate Clinical Professor, and Full Clinical Professor.

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period
12 months

Benefits

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Essential Functions

1. Perform clinical duties in RSO Eye Care Clinics.
2. Participate in curriculum development and advancement of the respective program.
3. Prepare course outlines based on approved departmental syllabi.
4. Prepare and deliver consistent, interactive course lectures that align with curriculum goals.
5. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful exams, projects, and assessments for assigned courses.
6. Advise and mentor students; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.
7. Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook and RSO Supplement to Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
8. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
9. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
10. Perform regular scholarly research and publication.
11. Provide service to the respective department, college, university, community, and profession.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Effective instructional delivery; ability to actively engage students in the learning process.
• Proficiency in the use of instructional technology.
• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.
• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• OD from an accredited School or College of Optometry.
• Completion of a accredited residency program or equivalent experience.

Required Work Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an OD is required for Senior Clinical Instructor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced academic degrees.
• Prior experience in residency training.
• Prior teaching experience.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

Licensure to practice full-scope Optometry in Texas; if a license is not possessed, the selected candidate must obtain an optometry license for the state of Texas by the date of assignment.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to actively engage with students in both a clinical and classroom setting throughout instruction periods.
• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, and potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.

Posting Number: UN994PO

Number of Vacancies: 4

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Faculty

Multi-Hire Pool
Yes

Reports to: Dean, Rosenberg School of Optometry

Salary: Commensurate with academic credentials & experience

Open Date: 02/19/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

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How to apply

Academic credentials and experience of finalist will determine final rank-Senior Clinical Instructor, Assistant Clinical Professor, Associate Clinical Professor, and Full Clinical Professor.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).