College of Optometry

The resident will assist with direct patient care and the teaching of student interns.Other responsibilities include on-call and attending and/or lecturing at seminars. This position will report to the Program Coordinator.
All applicants selected for admission must sign a standard employment contract.Standard University benefits and continuing education funding apply.A criminal background check is required by the state of Missouri.
A participant in a qualified residency program should be in the advantageous position of being able to select among several career opportunities in optometry. Schools and colleges of optometry, Veterans Affairs Hospitals, HMO'S, industry and private settings generally prefer hiring an O.D. who has completed a clinical residency program.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

• O.D. degree from an ACOE accredited program by starting date
• Preference given to GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Successful completion of NBEO examinations
• Eligible for Missouri optometry licensure (Must obtain licensure by July 31 of the year the residency started)
• Submit required application materials
• *Must demonstrate eligibility to work in the U.S.
• As per the state requirement for university employees, a criminal background check is required.

Participation in the OR Match Service http://www.natmatch.com/ormatch.html Must submit letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, three letters of recommendation, and official optometry school transcripts The University of Missouri-St. Louis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

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