Assistant Professor of Instruction, Occupational Therapy

UTMB Faculty Group Practice; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Faculty Group Practice in Galveston, Texas invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank within its residential entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. The appointee will teach, advise, and contribute to curriculum development and accreditation activities in a dynamic academic environment.

Candidates should hold or be eligible for Texas OT licensure; an OTD is preferred though doctoral degrees in related disciplines will

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) preferred; doctoral degrees in occupational therapy or related disciplines (e.g., PhD, DHSc, DrPH, DSc) will also be considered.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist, or eligible for licensure, in the State of Texas.
• Eligible for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and advising students in the entry-level OTD curriculum.
• Participating in curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation activities.
• Mentoring students in capstone and scholarly projects.
• Engaging in scholarly and professional activities consistent with faculty expectations.
• Serving on departmental, school, university, and professional committees.

Skills

Teaching

Mentorship

Communication

Collaboration

Education

OTD preferred; doctoral degrees considered

Tools

ACOTE accreditation knowledge

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Occupational Therapy at UTMB invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank within its residential entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program in Galveston, Texas.

Job Description

The Department of Occupational Therapy at UTMB invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank within its residential entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program in Galveston, Texas.

About

We seek dynamic educators and clinicians who are passionate about student success, professional development, and preparing the next generation of occupational therapy practitioners. Particular expertise is sought in one or more of the following areas:

• Pediatrics
• Lifespan Development and Occupation
• Movement Science
• Neurorehabilitation
• Experience with innovative instructional methods, curriculum development, and student mentorship is desirable.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaching and advising students in the entry-level OTD curriculum.
• Participating in curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation activities.
• Mentoring students in capstone and scholarly projects.
• Engaging in scholarly and professional activities consistent with faculty expectations.
• Serving on departmental, school, university, and professional committees.
• Participating in faculty practice opportunities as applicable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) preferred; doctoral degrees in occupational therapy or related disciplines (e.g., PhD, DHSc, DrPH, DSc) will also be considered.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist, or eligible for licensure, in the State of Texas.
• Eligible for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor based on qualifications and experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, mentorship, and service.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching in an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program.
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or accreditation processes.
• Expertise in pediatrics, lifespan development, movement science, neurorehabilitation, or related practice areas.
• Record of scholarship, professional engagement, and service to the profession.

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.