Adjunct Faculty Occupational Therapy Program

Carlow University

Job Location:

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Carlow University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in the Master of Science (MSOT) and entry-level Doctorate (OTD) in Occupational Therapy programs for Fall 2026. As a member of the MSOT/OTD programs adjunct faculty represent occupational therapy leadership committed to the programs mission.

The Occupational Therapy program is committed to assembling a faculty team grounded in the Mercy perspective and Catholic identity and is focused on creating a transformational learning environment that prepares students for todays healthcare environment and tomorrows challenges.

Appointment & Teaching Areas

The department is seeking to recruit at least two adjunct instructors for Fall 2026. Course assignments are flexible based on candidate expertise and program needs. Priority areas include:

Foundations of Occupational Therapy

Anatomy and Biomechanics

Neuroscience

Community and/or Population Health

Adjunct faculty will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues support an interprofessional learning environment and foster student learning and professional development.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level courses in the Occupational Therapy program

Demonstrate teaching expertise in assigned content areas

Facilitate student engagement critical thinking and professional growth

Collaborate with faculty to support curriculum development and program goals

Required Skills/Abilities

Demonstrated expertise in the academic subject area

Strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills

Ability to present effectively in academic and professional settings

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities

Problem-solving skills and ability to address programmatic challenges

Proficiency with instructional and computer technologies

Ability to contribute to short- and long-term planning of program activities

Qualifications

Occupational Therapist with NBCOT certification

Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Pennsylvania

Minimum of two (2) years of post-licensure clinical experience

Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

Strong communication leadership and collaboration skills

Experience supporting interprofessional education and practice

Evidence of community and/or professional service

Commitment to the educational mission of Carlow University

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) or more years of post-licensure clinical experience

Prior teaching experience at the university level

Experience in one or more priority content areas (foundations biomechanics neuroscience community/population health)

Required Educational Qualifications

Earned Master of Science or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching in a rapidly changing healthcare and educational landscape; experience working with disparate populations; and the ability to support Carlow Universitys mission of social justice equity and community engagement. Candidates should be prepared to articulate how they will contribute to the Universitys Catholic Mercy mission through teaching scholarship and service.