Optometry Laboratory Technician
Part Time
Ramallah
Faculty of Modern Sciences
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The Arab American University announces openings for a Part-Time Optometry Laboratory Technician in the Optometry department of the Faculty of Modern Sciences at the Ramallah Campus, starting from the Fall Semester of the Academic Year 2025/2026.

The selected candidate is expected to provide support to faculty members and students during clinical sessions, operate and maintain equipment and instruments, and ensure a safe and organized learning environment. The role also requires contributing to research activities while ensuring accuracy and safety within the clinics.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with faculty members and supervise students during clinical sessions.
  • Prepare clinics according to the teaching schedule, ensuring the availability of all necessary tools and materials before each practical session.
  • Operate and regularly maintain clinical instruments and equipment.
  • Arrange patient appointments and coordinate with them regarding student examination sessions.
  • Train students, supervise patient examinations, and ensure accuracy of diagnoses and results.
  • Assist in correcting and updating the Patient Log and Case Presentations.
  • Document students’ experimental results and contribute to the preparation of research reports.
  • Supervise students’ practical training through field visits to training sites.
  • Prepare clinic budgets in coordination with the Department Chair and Dean of the Faculty.
  • Monitor laboratory needs in terms of materials and stationery and follow up with relevant units.
  • Support faculty members in exam invigilation.
  • Ensure adherence to infection control policies.

 

Qualifications and Skills Required for the Job:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Optometry with a minimum grade of Very Good from a recognized university or college.
  • Proficiency in ophthalmic imaging devices and their operation, such as Pentacam, OCT, ERG.
  • Preferably, at least one year of relevant practical experience.
  • A valid Palestinian Optometry Practice License.

 

For further inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at Tel. 04-2418888, extensions (1842) or (1085). 

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