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How much do clinical affairs optometry jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical affairs optometry in the United States is $24.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is clinical affairs in optometry?

Clinical Affairs in Optometry refers to the department or professionals responsible for overseeing clinical programs, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and supporting clinical research and product development in the field of eye care. They often work with regulatory bodies, manage clinical trials for new optometric devices or treatments, and ensure patient safety and efficacy standards are met. Professionals in Clinical Affairs bridge the gap between clinical practice, research, and regulatory requirements to advance optometric care.

How does a clinical affairs optometry professional collaborate with regulatory and research teams in a healthcare organization?

Clinical Affairs Optometry professionals often work closely with regulatory and research teams to ensure that clinical trials and studies involving optometric devices or treatments meet compliance standards and scientific rigor. This collaboration may include preparing documentation for regulatory submissions, reviewing clinical data for accuracy, and contributing optometric expertise to protocol development. Regular meetings, cross-functional project teams, and detailed reporting are common, making strong communication and organizational skills essential for success. This team-based environment allows professionals to expand their knowledge of regulatory processes and clinical research, supporting both personal growth and organizational objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in clinical affairs optometry, and why are they important?

To thrive in Clinical Affairs Optometry, you need a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, clinical expertise in eye care, and knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards in clinical research. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems, regulatory documentation, and certifications like CCRA or CCRC are often beneficial. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail are essential soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. These skills ensure the successful design, execution, and oversight of clinical studies, which are critical for advancing eye care treatments and maintaining patient safety.

What is the difference between Clinical Affairs Optometry vs Optometry?

AspectClinical Affairs OptometryOptometry
CredentialsDoctor of Optometry (OD), often with additional certifications in clinical research or regulatory affairsDoctor of Optometry (OD)
Work EnvironmentResearch settings, pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies, or clinical trial oversightPrivate practices, clinics, hospitals, or retail optical stores
Employer & IndustryPharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, regulatory bodies, research institutionsOptometry clinics, healthcare facilities, retail optical chains

Clinical Affairs Optometry professionals focus on clinical research, regulatory compliance, and product development within the optometry and vision care industry. In contrast, Optometrists primarily provide direct patient care, eye examinations, and vision correction services. While both roles require an OD degree, Clinical Affairs Optometry emphasizes research and regulatory work, whereas Optometry centers on clinical patient services.

What are popular job titles related to Clinical Affairs Optometry jobs?

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Infographic showing various Clinical Affairs Optometry job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,108 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Optometrist

Huntington, WV • On-site

SD Department of Veterans Affairs
Public Administration • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about SD Department of Veterans Affairsexternal

$124K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.
Basic Requirements:
  • Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States (U.S.) in accordance with section 7402(c) to title 38, United States Code (U.S.C). Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens according to 38 U.S.C. 7407(a).
  • Education. Degree of Doctor of Optometry resulting from a course of education in optometry. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are United States and Canadian schools or colleges of optometry listed as accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE), in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed.
  • Licensure and Registration. Optometrists must possess a current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry, and maintain a current registration in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia that requires successful passage of all parts of National Board of Examiners in Optometry intended for basic licensure. The Optometrist must maintain current registration in the state of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure.
  • Residency Training or Comparable Experience. Optometrists must have successfully completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of VA in an accredited post-graduate training program, or have comparable experience, as described below:
    1. Approved residencies are those with accredited or within pre-accredited status by the ACOE, in the list published for the year the residency was completed. OR
    2. Two years of licensed clinical optometric practice in the United States consisting of active involvement in the management of medically complex patients.
  • English Language Proficiency. Optometrists appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).
Staff Optometrist: None beyond the basic.
Attending Optometrist: Attending Optometrists must demonstrate the following:
(1) Board Certification: Attending Optometrists must be board certified by The American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry (ABCMO) or The American Board of Optometry (ABO);
AND
(2) Meets one of the following criteria:
(a)Faculty appointment(s) at a school or college of optometry, medicine, or other health care profession; or
(b)Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry (AAO).
Preferred Experience:
  • Post Graduate residency program preferred with the ability to diagnose and manage complex ocular conditions/diseases.
  • Experience working with optometry externs and/or residents, including providing clinical oversight, constructive feedback and support for developing clinical competencies is highly valued.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: This position requires a pre-employment physical. Requires light lifting up to 25 pounds; pushing; bending; reaching above the shoulder; use of fingers and both hands; walking and standing up to 8 hours. Must meet visual requirements to perform assigned duties.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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