Adjunct Professor - OTD---Spring 2026

Fairleigh Dickinson University; Madison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for 403(b) plan

Fringe benefits including discounts

State benefits like NJ Sick Leave

Job summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University is seeking adjunct professors for its Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. Candidates will be responsible for teaching graduate-level courses on occupational therapy concepts and assessing student performance. Classes meet on weekdays during Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.

The role involves a commitment of three hours of teaching weekly, alongside office hours. A doctoral degree in occupational therapy is required, with preference given to those with prior teaching experience and clinical expertise.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in occupational therapy or related major from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two years of clinical experience in occupational therapy.
• NBCOT certification and eligibility for OT licensure in New Jersey.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for diverse learners.
• Preferred prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level courses within the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program.
• Assess student performance and provide feedback on assignments.
• Hold office hours for student support.

Skills

Adapt teaching to various learning styles

Clinical experience in occupational therapy

Experience in physical rehabilitation

Experience in geriatrics

Prior teaching experience

Education

Doctoral degree in occupational therapy or related major

Job description

Position Details

Hiring Manager Title: Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs (Health Sciences)

College: College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Position Type: Faculty

Grade: Adjunct

FLSA: Exempt

Faculty Rank: Adjunct Faculty

Status: Part-Time

Months Worked: No Response

Job Summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University’s School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is currently seeking adjunct professors to teach graduate‑level courses within the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. The selected candidate will teach courses covering occupational therapy concepts, advocacy, healthcare management, pediatric rehabilitation and/or adult rehabilitation. The candidate will be responsible for assessing student performance and providing feedback on course assignments. Classes will be held during the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters, meet in‑person on weekdays, and span 12‑ or 15‑week semesters. The overall commitment entails three hours of teaching per week, along with availability for office hours.

Benefits

This position provides a benefits package that includes eligibility to contribute toward the 403(b) plan, various fringe benefits (discounts on everyday goods and services, entertainment/dining discounts, etc.), and state benefits such as NJ Sick Leave and State Short‑Term Disability benefits.

Required Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in occupational therapy or a related major awarded by an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education‑recognized regional accrediting body.
• At least two years of clinical experience in the field of OT. Experience in physical rehabilitation, hand therapy, neurorehabilitation, geriatrics, and/or home care is preferred.
• Initially certified by NBCOT and eligible for OT licensure in New Jersey.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to adapt teaching to various learning styles and levels of learners.
• Prior teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.