Adjunct Faculty/Master Occupational Therapy 2026-2027

University of North Carolina at Pembroke; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program. The role supports teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development within a new program, contributing to student learning outcomes and academic excellence.

The position is 20 hours per week, 9 months per year, with a flexible schedule. Candidates bring substantial OT clinical experience and current NBCOT, AOTA, and NC license eligibility to the team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a master’s degree in occupational therapy or a doctoral degree in a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of documented OT clinical experience in neurorehabilitation, pediatrics, or community health.
• Current NBCOT Certification, AOTA membership, and NC OT license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses for the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program.
• Mentor graduate students in academic and professional development.
• Facilitate engaging classroom discussions and share real-world expertise.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum design and delivery.
• Contribute to occupational therapy research and scholarship.

Skills

Clinical OT experience

Teaching or mentoring

Professional communication

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., OTD, Sci.D.) in related field

NBCOT Certification

AOTA Membership

North Carolina License to Practice Occupational Therapy (or eligibility)

Job description

Adjunct Faculty/Master Occupational Therapy 2026-2027

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Department of Occupational Therapy

Working Title: Adjunct Faculty/Master Occupational Therapy2026-2027

Vacancy Type: Part-Time Temporary

Min T/E Requirements:

• Master's degree in occupational therapy or doctoral degree in the discipline or a related field (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., OTD, Sci.D.)from a regionally accredited institution.
• A minimum of 3 years of documented clinical experience in occupational therapy in one or more of the following areas: neurorehabilitation/physical rehabilitation; pediatrics; or community health, wellness, and prevention.
• Current NBCOT Certification
• Current AOTA Membership
• Current North Carolina License to Practice Occupational Therapy (or eligibility)

FTE: .5

Salary Range:

Hiring Range: Commensurate Upon Education andExperience

Position #: ADJH06

FLSA Status:

Months per Year: 9

Work Schedule: 20 hours/week, flexible schedule

Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:

Primary Purpose of Position:

Are you passionate about shaping the future of occupational therapyeducation? Are you eager to share your expertise and inspire thenext generation of occupational therapists? If so, we invite you tojoin our dynamic team as an Adjunct Faculty Member in our newMaster of Science in Occupational Therapy Program.

At the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, we are dedicatedto fostering excellence in education, research, and clinicalpractice. As an adjunct faculty member, you will have theopportunity to contribute to our mission by:

• Mentoring and guiding graduate students in their academic andprofessional development.
• Facilitating engaging and interactive classroomdiscussions.
• Sharing your real-world experience and expertise throughinnovative teaching methods.
• Collaborating with colleagues to enhance curriculum design anddelivery.
• Contributing to the advancement of occupational therapy researchand scholarship.

Additionally, as part of our vibrant academic community, you willhave access to professional development opportunities,state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive network ofcolleagues.

Join us in shaping the future of occupational therapy education andmaking a difference in the lives of our students and thecommunities we serve. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

The adjunct faculty of the Master of Science in Occupation Therapyprogram have primary responsibility for developing courses,teaching course content, and evaluating student learning outcomes.They are also responsible for identifying how the courses that theydevelop are consistent with the curriculum design and meet programand student learning objectives. Adjunct faculty members arevaluable members of the Department of Occupational Therapy andserve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, andscholars. Adjunct faculty are expected to excel in classroominstruction and to fulfill various responsibilities related totheir assigned teaching duties.

Job Description:

Established in 1887 as a school for the education of AmericanIndians, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke serves adistinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion andappreciation of the values of all people. Located in the heart ofPembroke, N.C., UNCP boasts an enrollment of 8,200 in 41undergraduate and 18 graduate programs and offers a personalizedlearning environment where faculty and staff are dedicated toengaged scholarship, high academic standards, creative activity andpublic service. Spread over 281 acres, the campus offers a sense ofcommunity and belonging-a place where faculty and staff feelsupported, take pride in the university's mission, and are devotedto excellence in teaching, learning and research, and to developingleaders who make a difference in their communities.

Management Preference:

• A working knowledge of ACOTE Standards and expectations
• graduateteaching experience
• scholarship portfolio

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation:

• Current NBCOT Certification
• Current AOTA Membership
• Current North Carolina License to Practice Occupational Therapy (or eligibility)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is subject to the successful completion of anemployment background check. An employment background checkincludes a criminal background check, employment verification,reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credithistory check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, allpersons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibilityto work in the United States and to complete the requiredemployment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employeesare paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution oftheir choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach acopy of their DD-214 as a part of the online applicationprocess.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Universityprohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based ontheir status as protected veterans or individuals withdisabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individualsbased on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and nationalorigin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seekspriority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.