Optician
Company: UC Berkeley School of Optometry
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: September 14, 2023
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Job Description:
POSITION OVERVIEW Salary range: Salary will be commensurate with
experience. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum
pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the
following table for the salary scale for this position. A
reasonable estimate for this position is $70,800-$82,200. Percent
time: 100% Anticipated start: Screening of applicants begins
immediately and will continue as needed. Appointments for fall
semester are usually reviewed in May, and for spring semester in
November (if applicable). Review timeline: The pool will remain in
place for one calendar year; those interested in remaining in the
pool beyond that time must reapply. APPLICATION WINDOW Open date:
February 23, 2023 Most recent review date: Thursday, Mar 9, 2023 at
11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will
be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet
been filled. Final date: Friday, Feb 23, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific
Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date,
but those received after the review date will only be considered if
the position has not yet been filled. POSITION DESCRIPTION The
University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry invites
applications for a pool of qualified optician instructor/s in the
school's eyewear dispensary should an opening arise. The number of
positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs
of the department. The optician instructor/s will be working
directly with patients as well as teaching Doctor of Optometry
candidates/students in ophthalmic dispensary skills. The applicant
we seek will be highly proficient and experienced in all aspects of
optical dispensary operations and capable of providing effective
guidance and instruction to our students in the context of a high
volume optical department. The successful candidate will supervise
optometry student clinicians in our clinic, prepare and deliver
seminars on a variety of relevant optical related topics in concert
with other optician instructors, and have primary responsibility
for teaching and evaluating those students. The UC Berkeley School
of Optometry is recognized as one of the top professional schools
in the nation. The Eyewear Center at UC Berkeley Optometry actively
serves a large and diverse clientele on a daily basis, who expect
the highest quality care. The successful applicant will be working
in the Eyewear Center Clinic with a team of other dedicated
professionals. UC Berkeley School of Optometry seeks candidates
whose experience, teaching, or community service has prepared them
to contribute to diversity and excellence. The Department is
committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual
career couples and single parents. UC Berkeley has an excellent
benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to
support employees as they balance work and family. Full time
optician instructors in the Eyewear Center are UC faculty members,
receiving an annual appointment, with commensurate salary,
including University provided health care, generous vacation and
retirement benefits. We are seeking individuals who wish to make a
rewarding career of training the brightest of the next generation
of optometrists in opticianry skills. Appointees will be eligible
for advancement through the ranks of the Health Sciences Clinical
Professor series, based on performance in teaching, professional
activity, creative activity, and service. QUALIFICATIONS Basic
qualifications (required at time of application) American Board of
Opticianry Certified (ABOC) optician (or equivalent national or
international certification or degree). Additional qualifications
(required at time of start) Three years of optical experience in a
dispensing and/or laboratory environment. Experience working with
ophthalmic frames, lens materials, and lens designs and
technologies. Employment is contingent on successful completion of
a Background Check. To be eligible to work, clinic employees must
comply with all UC Berkeley Optometry Clinic annual immunization
and medical screening requirements, trainings, and University and
School policies. Preferred qualifications Experience in training
optical professionals strongly preferred. Opticianry Advanced
Certification (ABOC-AC), American Board of Optician Masters (ABOM),
undergraduate degree, or laboratory experience. Ability to provide
and demonstrate the highest caliber of patient service and create
appropriate visual solutions to meet each patient's specific visual
needs. Candidates with teaching and technical training of
opticianry experience. Looking for candidates interested in the
cutting edge of ophthalmic technology. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated
C.V. Cover Letter Statement on Contributions to Advancing
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions
to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about
your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to
date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and
inclusion if hired at Berkeley. (Optional) Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only) At the time of application,
applicants should provide the contact information for at least 3,
but no more than five, references who have had recent interaction
with the applicant. Letters of reference will only be solicited for
finalists. CAMPUS INFORMATION UC Berkeley is committed to
diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the
institution requires an environment in which the diverse community
of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included.
Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related
to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their
academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as
applicable). The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the
complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative
action policy see: In searches when letters of reference are
required all letters will be treated as confidential per University
of California policy and California state law. Please refer
potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third
party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley
statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter. As a
University employee, you will be required to comply with all
applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining
agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or
local government directives may impose additional requirements. JOB
LOCATION Berkeley, California Employment Type: Full Time
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: UC Berkeley School of Optometry, Berkeley , Optician, Other , Berkeley, California
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