ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Optics Faculty Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Illinois College Of Optometry

Optician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$23/hr

Repairs, adjusts, and augments patient optical frames and lenses * Provides direction and ... Termination issues regarding faculty are governed by the Faculty Handbook. The Illinois College of ...

SUNY College of Optometry

Optician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$52K/yr

As a team staff optician, the successful candidate will interact with faculty, staff, optometric students and patients on a daily basis. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide ...

SUNY College of Optometry

Optician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$52K/yr

As a team staff optician, the successful candidate will interact with faculty, staff, optometric students and patients on a daily basis. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide ...

SUNY College of Optometry

Optician

New York, NY

As a team staff optician, the successful candidate will interact with faculty, staff, optometric students and patients on a daily basis. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide ...

SUNY College of Optometry

Optician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

As a team staff optician, the successful candidate will interact with faculty, staff, optometric students and patients on a daily basis. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide ...

SUNY College of Optometry

Optician

New York, NY · On-site

As a team staff optician, the successful candidate will interact with faculty, staff, optometric students and patients on a daily basis. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide ...

Howard University

Optician

Washington, DC · On-site

$56K - $62K/yr

Internal contacts include the medical faculty, employees of the university Faculty Practice Plan ... Takes optical measurements and evaluates patients for assistance in lens design. Promotes sales of ...

Howard

$56K - $62K/yr

Internal contacts include the medical faculty, employees of the university Faculty Practice Plan ... Takes optical measurements and evaluates patients for assistance in lens design. Promotes sales of ...

Howard University

Optician

Washington, DC · On-site

$56K - $62K/yr

Internal contacts include the medical faculty, employees of the university Faculty Practice Plan ... Takes optical measurements and evaluates patients for assistance in lens design. Promotes sales of ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsOptics Faculty Jobs

Optics Faculty information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the optics faculty position?

To thrive as an Optics Faculty, you need a strong background in physics or engineering with a focus on optics, along with advanced degrees such as a Ph.D. in Optics or a related field. Familiarity with optical modeling software, laboratory instrumentation, and a track record of published research is often required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and organizational skills distinguish outstanding educators and researchers in this role. These competencies are vital for effectively teaching students, conducting innovative research, and building collaboration within academic or research institutions.

What is an optics faculty?

An Optics Faculty job involves teaching, researching, and mentoring students in the field of optics and photonics. Faculty members typically work at universities or research institutions, conducting experiments, publishing findings, and securing funding for projects. Responsibilities may include developing curriculum, guiding graduate students, and collaborating with industry or government agencies. Strong expertise in optical science, laser technology, imaging, and related areas is essential. Optics faculty often contribute to advancing technologies in telecommunications, healthcare, and defense.

What does an optics faculty member do?

A typical week for an Optics Faculty member often includes a balance of teaching undergraduate or graduate courses, preparing and grading assignments, conducting laboratory-based or theoretical research, and mentoring students. In addition, faculty members spend time securing research funding, publishing their findings, and collaborating with colleagues within and outside their department. Many Optics Faculty also attend departmental meetings and contribute to curriculum development. This mix of responsibilities provides an engaging environment but also requires effective time-management skills to succeed.

More about Optics Faculty jobs
What cities are hiring for Optics Faculty jobs? Cities with the most Optics Faculty job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Optics Faculty jobs? The most popular types of Optics Faculty jobs are:
What states have the most Optics Faculty jobs? States with the most job openings for Optics Faculty jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Optics Faculty jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Optics Faculty jobs are:
Optics Faculty jobs near you
Infographic showing various Optics Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Vision Care Technology (Optical Technology) Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

Los Rios Community College District

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$48.37 - $146.67/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago

Los Rios Community College District rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

260th of 617 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Salary: $48.37 - $146.67 Hourly
Location : (DO) 1919 Spanos Ct, Sacramento, CA 95825
Job Type: Faculty - ADJ
Job Number: REQ00025
College: District Office
Opening Date: 07/01/2024
Closing Date: 5/31/2027 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LRCFT
Faculty Track: Non-Tenure Track
Beginning (on or about): 07/01/2024
Hours per Week: To be determined.
Campus Website: https://losrios.edu/about-los-rios/our-values
Work Schedule: To be determined. The assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes/hours.
Additional Salary Information: Initial salary within a given range varies, depending upon current classification and salary placement.
Position Summary
The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs.
Applicants in this pool will remain active for two years. After two years applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.
Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the(the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here
Typical Duties
The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Specific courses offered may vary by campus. Courses for this assignment may include:
  • OPT 101 Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the Eye
  • OPT 202 Contact Lens Theory I
  • OPT 206 Review Course for National Contact Lens Certification Exam
To view a complete list of courses for each discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage specific to each campus:

Minimum Qualifications
  1. Any bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience as a certified Optician for dispensing and fitting for both eye glasses and contact lens in either a retail business a clinical dispensary; OR, any associate degree AND six years of professional experience as a certified Optician for dispensing and fitting for both eye glasses and contact lens in either a retail business or a clinical dispensary; OR Possession of a current National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) Certification, Contact Lens Dispenser (CLD) AND Current American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification, Spectacle Lens Dispenser (SLD); OR the equivalent*. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
  2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

*NOTES:
  • Degree titles must match the stated minimum qualifications exactly (word-for-word). If your degree title is not exactly the sameas one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications above, you must submit documentation for "equivalency" to be considered for the position. If you fail to submit this documentation and your degree title does not match, you will be disqualified.
  • Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must include the equivalency review request form detailing and explaining how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degree(s) listed in the minimum qualifications. Please visit our website for the form and information on the equivalency determination process.
  • If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. If you do not attach a copy of your determination form or letter you will be disqualified. If you have misplaced your copy please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Application Instructions
Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:
  1. A Los Rios Community College District Application
  2. Letter of Interest
  3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  4. Unofficial Transcripts from College/University and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see additional instructions)
  5. Current National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) Certification, Contact Lens Dispenser (CLD) AND Current American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification, Spectacle Lens Dispenser (SLD) (if using certifications to meet minimum requirements)

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:
  • Applications submitted without all required documents listed above will be disqualified.
  • Applications submitted with additional materials NOT requested, will be disqualified.
  • Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
  • Applicants indicating "see resume" on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
  • ONLY copies of transcripts from a US College/University or Foreign Transcript Evaluation will be accepted. Please DO NOT include any foreign transcripts.
  • Individuals who have completed college/university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents, even if the foreign document has been accepted by another college/university in the United States.
  • Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here.
  • Graduate advising documents, certificate of degrees, diplomas, and grade reports will not be accepted as transcripts.

Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.
Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalSTRS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments.
To learn more about the benefits available to you click the link below.

What Los Rios Community College District employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply