Visionary Department Chair, Occupational Therapy

Jefferson; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson is seeking a dynamic academic leader to guide the Department of Occupational Therapy. The role emphasizes visionary, collaborative, and inclusive leadership to align with the university's missions and priorities.

The position drives curriculum innovation, faculty development, and strategic partnerships across programs and campuses, advancing interprofessional education and research to strengthen student learning and clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary, collaborative, and inclusive leadership for the Department of Occupational Therapy.
• Develop and implement a compelling strategic direction aligned with the missions and priorities of the Department, College, and University.
• Promote excellence and innovation in occupational therapy education across multiple entry points (ASOT, MSOT, OTD, and post-professional/advanced practice).
• Support the development, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement of academic programs and curricula.
• Advance educational models that respond to developments in practice, workforce needs, technology, interprofessional education, and the evolving healthcare environment.
• Foster integration and collaboration across programs, colleges, campuses, disciplines, professions, and clinical environments.
• Represent the Department within the College and University and to external academic, professional, clinical, regulatory, and community constituencies.
• Strengthen the Department’s visibility, reputation, and national leadership within occupational therapy and health professions education.
• Partner with the Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (JCIPE) to advance innovative interprofessional education, collaborative practice initiatives, and research that strengthen student learning, faculty engagement, and team-based care across the University and its clinical partners.

Job description

Jefferson is seeking a dynamic academic leader to guide the Department of Occupational Therapy. The role emphasizes visionary, collaborative, and inclusive leadership to align with the university's missions and priorities.

The position drives curriculum innovation, faculty development, and strategic partnerships across programs and campuses, advancing interprofessional education and research to strengthen student learning and clinical practice.