Associate/Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy Denton

Texas Woman's University; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant or Associate Professor for a tenure-track position in Occupational Therapy. This role involves teaching graduate courses, mentoring students, and engaging in impactful research. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and a potential for academic scholarship. Located in a vibrant community near the DFW Metroplex, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a highly ranked program while working collaboratively to enhance accredited occupational therapy initiatives. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Occupational Therapy or related field required.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly research.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Occupational Therapy and mentor doctoral students.
• Engage in scholarly research and collaborate across disciplines.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Research Publications

Collaboration

Mentoring

Diversity Engagement

Education

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description

Faculty - Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) within the school of Occupational Therapy

Institution: Texas Woman's University

Location: Denton, TX

Category: Faculty - Health - Occupational Therapy

Posted: Application Due: Open Until Filled

Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) in Occupational Therapy. This is a nine-month academic year position with face-to-face faculty responsibilities, with the possibility of summer teaching. The successful candidate will teach graduate courses related to occupational therapy, mentor doctoral students, engage in scholarly research, collaborate across disciplines, and participate in service activities within the department, college, university, and profession. The preferred start date is as early as Spring 2025 or Fall 2025.

Minimum Qualifications

1. An earned doctorate (PhD) in Occupational Therapy or a closely related field before the employment start date.
2. Potential for establishing a record of academic scholarship, demonstrated by research publications and ability to secure external research funding.
3. A commitment to teaching excellence in areas related to Occupational Therapy.
4. Potential for or history of active service participation and leadership roles in campus, community, and professional organizations.
5. A strong interest in working collaboratively to grow accredited occupational therapy programs.
6. The ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
7. Eligibility for Texas licensure in Occupational Therapy.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Expertise in occupational therapy topics such as activities of daily living, adaptive equipment, caregiver training, memory and executive functioning techniques, and fall prevention.
2. Strong interdisciplinary and collaborative research record.
3. Experience working in multicultural settings.
4. Experience recruiting and mentoring graduate and PhD students.
5. Experience with ACOTE accreditation processes.

About the School and University

The School of Occupational Therapy is a highly ranked, accredited program within the College of Health Sciences. TWU offers entry-level OTD and PhD degrees in Occupational Therapy. Texas Woman's University is the nation's largest public university system primarily for women, with over 16,000 students across Denton, Dallas, and Houston campuses. TWU is a Hispanic-serving institution and a doctoral professional university.

Setting and Community

The Denton campus is located just north of the DFW Metroplex, offering a vibrant community with rich cultural venues. The campus fosters research, clinical excellence, and innovative teaching.

Application Process

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to Lori Belew at 940-898-2819 or [e-mail].

Additional Information

Founded in 1901, TWU is a public, co-educational, research-intensive university, the largest system for women, and a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution. Located approximately 30 miles north of Dallas-Fort Worth, it serves around 16,433 students across three campuses. More information is available at http://www.twu.edu.

Equal Opportunity Statement: TWU is committed to providing an educational environment that respects diversity and promotes equal opportunity in employment and education. Discrimination or harassment are not tolerated. All positions require background checks. Male applicants aged 18-25 must register with the U.S. Selective Service System, as required by law.