Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor

Sy Syms School of Business; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor to enhance its Occupational Therapy program. This full-time role emphasizes teaching, mentoring, and contributing to scholarly activities while fostering a culture of academic integrity. The ideal candidate will bring a strong educational background, teaching experience in accredited programs, and a passion for student success. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and professional growth, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of occupational therapy education.

Qualifications

• PhD in Occupational Therapy or related field preferred.
• Two years teaching experience in an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills assigned teaching load of 18 credits per year.
• Mentors students and supervises capstone research projects.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Clinical competency

Knowledge of relevant laws/regulations

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

PhD or Occupational Therapy Doctoral degree

Tools

Online learning management systems

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Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Occupational Therapy Program Director, the full-time faculty member supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose, and goals. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, Campus, and/or departmental goals to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace, and placement expectations. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor, and facilitator. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with the prescribed course and program learning outcomes. Creates an educational environment that fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Actively and substantively participates in the assessment of student learning activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.

Position Responsibilities

INSTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fulfills assigned teaching load of 18 credits per year.
• Participates in and contributes to assessment activities of courses/curriculum and program via a continuous improvement plan as set forth by the University.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and the teaching/learning process and for individual students.
• Facilitates student learning in accordance with prescribed course and program learning outcomes.
• Regularly contributes to the improvement or upgrading of class materials and syllabi.
• Follows established protocols for providing timely feedback, academic advising, and assessment of student learning.
• Keeps regular approved office hours (for FT faculty).
• Mentors students and faculty as assigned by the department/program dean/director.
• Supervises students completing capstone research projects.
• Explores scholarly research to improve teaching and instruction.
• Begins to explore cross-disciplinary approaches to instruction.

Scholarly Activities

• Attends professional development activities each year as agreed upon with the supervisor in the associate development plan.
• Selects a minimum of one of the following activity areas: publishing & writing, acting as contributor to textbooks, presenting at conferences or educational trainings, attending test-writing or accreditation activities, serving on thesis dissertation committee, or other agreed upon professional activity.

OR

• Identifies and applies specialized research or activities related to teaching, assigned teaching area(s), or may contribute to the scholarly community/knowledge of the discipline.

Professional Growth And Service

• Attends Department, College, and University meetings/councils as arranged/approved by the program director.
• Develops connections within the professional community both inside and outside the University/Occupational Therapy program.
• Contributes/demonstrates ongoing service in at least one of the following areas:
• Community or Public Service.
• Profession (member of professional organization).
• University/Occupational Therapy program.

Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Educational Background

EDUCATION

• PhD or Occupational Therapy Doctoral degree from an accredited university preferred.
• Should provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments, including but not limited to education theory and practice, current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, current clinical practice experience, or distance education techniques and delivery.

Experience

• Two or more years of teaching experience (either adjunct, full, or part-time) in an ACOTE (Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education) accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Instructional experience must be at institutions that are Title IV funding eligible.
• Minimum of four years of experience in clinical practice with at least two years of supervising internship students.
• Expertise in child/adolescent practice, mental health, or research is preferred, with documented experience or certification(s) in area(s) of specialization (preferably pediatrics).

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified by NBCOT as an OTR (Registered Occupational Therapist) is required.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in New York State is required.
• Membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association is required.
• Must meet accreditation standards and maintain necessary professional certifications.
• Experience with online learning management systems is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of relevant laws/regulations.
• Clinical competency and ability to maintain academic standards.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate thorough knowledge of the discipline.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Application Instructions

Please upload a cover letter, CV, and three references.

Salary Range

$90,000 - $110,000