Faculty - Assistant Professor Occupational Therapy
Faculty - Assistant Professor Occupational Therapy
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Job Description
Carlow University Occupational Therapy MSOT and OTD Programs are now fully accredited and we are looking to grow our successful team! The university invites applications for a new faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor based upon academic qualifications in the Master of Science and entrylevel Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Programs. As a member of the MSOT/OTD programs this faculty member represents occupational therapy leadership committed to the programs mission of occupational justice positive social consciousness and serving the health and occupational needs of diverse and under resourced populations. The Occupational Therapy program is fully committed to assembling a diverse faculty team with a Mercy perspective and Catholic identity focused on creating an inclusive transformational learning environment to prepare students for todays healthcare and tomorrows challenges.
The appointment is a twelvemonth fulltime position. The position will begin August 2025. Documented evidence of expertise in the areas of adult/older adult practice and anatomy/biomechanics will be preferred for this appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues support an interprofessional learning environment encourage student learning and development and participate in service activities to support the University community and profession. Qualified candidates will engage in scholarly activities congruent with the Boyer Model of Scholarship. The faculty positions involve teaching scholarship activities advisement and service responsibilities.
JOB PURPOSE:
The faculty appointment of Assistant Professor is a fulltime 12month) tenure track core faculty member with an appointment in the Occupational Therapy Masters and Doctoral Programs. Documented evidence of expertise in adults/older adults practice leadership and management will be preferred for this appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues support an interprofessional learning environment encourage student learning and development and participate in service activities to support the University community and profession.
Qualified candidates will engage in scholarly activities congruent with the Boyer Model of Scholarship. The faculty positions involve teaching scholarship activities advisement and service responsibilities. The core faculty appointment is an essential part of the success of the entrylevel Occupational Therapy MSOT and OTD programs and the fulfillment of the mission of the Occupational Therapy Program and Carlow University.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Teaching graduate courses in the occupational therapy program
- Teaching expertise in adult and older adult practice
- Student advising and mentoring research/doctoral projects
- Maintaining an active collaborative scholarship agenda
- Engaging in departmental University community and professional service
- Teach or coteach didactic courses related to areas of expertise
- Establish roles as core faculty member including service on assigned committees
- Participation in university governance and implementation of a personal scholarly agenda
- Develop and maintain a scholarship/research agenda per annual goals.
- Support Department Scholarship agenda research of faculty and students as needed.
- Actively participate in service to the OT program College University and community.
- Participate in program college and university committees as assigned.
- Maintain membership and active involvement in professional organization(s).
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Documented expertise in the academic subject area and demonstrated expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present in public.
- Ability to problemsolve and extinguish problematic areas within the program.
- Ability to prioritize organize and multitask.
- Supervisory experience
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to utilize short and longterm planning of program activities
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Occupational Therapist with NBCOT certification
- Licensed and eligible to practice occupational therapy in the State of Pennsylvania
- Minimum of 3 years of postlicensure clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist
- Evidence of advanced credentials/expertise in an area of occupational therapy practice
- Excellent communication conflict management and problemsolving skills
- A demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity equity and inclusion.
- Strong leadership skills and a vision for excellence and interprofessional collaboration
- Demonstrated skills in teaching and instructional technology.
- Evidence of active involvement in community and professional service
- A commitment to the educational mission of Carlow University
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Five or more years of postlicensure clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience in research and supervising doctoral student activities including capstone projects
- Previous teaching experience at the university level
REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Earned terminal doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or related field (PhD DSc EdD postprofessional OTD DrOT etc.. Consideration may be given for in progress candidates who will complete the terminal degree prior to August 2025.
Carlow University is Devoted to....
- A culture of integrity dignity and respect for all
- A strong commitment to social justice
- Ethical forwardthinking leadership
- Comprehensive medical dental vision life & disability benefits package
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary use of Carlows fitness center and amenities
Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlows commitment to equity inclusion and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow Universitys Catholic Mercy mission and values through their teaching scholarship and service.
Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor the sick and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs committed to engaging its diverse community in a process of lifelong learning scholarship research and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate masters and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity treat others with respect and dignity carefully steward the Universitys resources avoid conflicts of interest or commitment maintain confidentiality and to comply with legal and professional obligations.
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responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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