Occupational Therapy: Clinical Assistant Professor & Mentor

CP11 University of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire invites applications for a full-time clinical assistant professor of occupational therapy in Durham, NH, with a nine-month academic year appointment and a part-time summer contract, beginning January 2027.

The role emphasizes teaching across undergraduate and graduate OT programs, developing course materials, mentoring students, and contributing to accreditation and service activities within the university and community.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in occupational therapy (PhD, OTD, ScD or similar).
• Active NH OT license or NBCOT eligibility and NH license eligibility.
• At least 2 years of OT clinical practice.
• Teaching experience preferred, including online learning platforms.
• Experience with diverse student populations and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate OT courses aligned with ACOTE standards.
• Develop and deliver course materials, assignments, exams, and clinical learning activities.
• Contribute to curriculum quality through assessment and improvement of instructional materials.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Participate in accreditation activities and program evaluation.
• Advise and mentor students; support experiential learning and admissions.
• Serve as capstone project faculty mentor for OTD students.
• Engage in service at university, department, college, and professional levels.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Diversity & inclusion

Community outreach

Education

Terminal OT degree (PhD/OTD/ScD)

Tools

Online LMS

Job description

The University of New Hampshire invites applications for a full-time clinical assistant professor of occupational therapy in Durham, NH, with a nine-month academic year appointment and a part-time summer contract, beginning January 2027.

The role emphasizes teaching across undergraduate and graduate OT programs, developing course materials, mentoring students, and contributing to accreditation and service activities within the university and community.