Low Vision in Ophthalmic Dispensing
ABDO currently has a vacancy within its team of principal examiners for the level 6 ophthalmic dispensing qualification and is looking for a principal examiner to write and produce three theory papers and marking schemes per year within the subject area of Low Vision in Ophthalmic Dispensing.
The post holder should posses an appropriate and/or professional expertise and experience in relation to the subject area to be assessed. This is likely to be reflected in their academic and/or professional qualifications and their current engagement in research, scholarly or professional activity.
It would be beneficial for the post holder to have current or recent experience of external examining in higher education or comparable experience, which demonstrates their competence to examine students in the proposed subject area at the appropriate level.
In order to provide sufficient time for the effective performance of their duties principal examiners should not normally be responsible for more than one subject area.
The appointment is for one year and will be reviewed at the end of the agreement.
Applicants should send their curriculum vitae together with a letter outlining their experience in this field to:
Mark Chandler, Head of Examinations and Registration,
ABDO, The Old Dairy, Godmersham Park, Godmersham, Canterbury, Kent CT4 7DT.
The closing date for applications is Friday 6 October 2014.
