Clinical AssistantAssociateFull Professor Occupational Therapy

UWM is a Carnegie R1 institution with strong community engagement and an access mission. Our institution has a deep commitment to the success of all students particularly those who have been historically underrepresented in higher education.

Thisfull-time12-month position servesas core instructional faculty in the entrylevelMSOT and post-professional OTD degree programs within theOccupational Therapy Science and Technology primary responsibilities of this position will be addition the successful candidate will also engage in curricular design research and scholarship mentoring and advising students and service to the program(s)schooland/or profession.

Approximatepercentagesof time:80%teaching;10%Research and Scholarship;10%Service

Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukeecampus.

Anticipatedstart date is August 2026.

The University of WisconsinMilwaukeeCollege of Health Professions & Sciencesoffers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences global health health care administration nursing the rehabilitation sciences and sustainable peacebuilding serving 2300 students. The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent and through our outreach and e-Learning programs we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations. Our interdisciplinary collaborations continue to expand which has enabled us toestablisha distinguished presence on campus and become an engine for innovationforsoutheastern Wisconsin. Through research our faculty staff and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitfulpartnershipwith many organizations alumni and friends.

The School of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology (RS&T) offers programs in Occupational Therapy Assistive Technology and Accessible Design Athletic Training Physical Therapy Communication Sciences & Disorders Performance Psychology Rehabilitation Science and Therapeutic Recreation.

Occupational Therapy Science and Technology Programs (OTST)

The Occupational Therapy Science and Technology Programs (OTST) are consistently ranked among the best in the nation.Our missionin the UWM entry-level MSOT degree program is to cultivate evidence-based occupational therapy practitioners who grow as innovators scholars and lifelong learners to promote health and occupational freedom. We strive to remove barriers to learning by embracing best practices in education which include fostering relationships building community engaging through caring and connection and providing hands-on learning experiences. Together weseekto awaken the inner spirit curiosity and love of learning thatresideswithin all people recognizing it as central to human flourishing health promotion and the heart of occupational therapy.

Our vision as a premier urban research university is to put forth practitioners and scholars who promote participation through hold collective values of community growth & thriving person-centered care empathy & compassion and innovation.

The target hiring range for thisposition is expected to be$79000-$93000 depending on the level hired (ClinicalAssistant/Associate/Full Professor)on a12-month basis at 100%. Final salary offer will be contingent upon degree and the knowledge skills and abilitiesdemonstratedthroughout the selection process.

• Doctoral degreein Occupational Therapy or a related field (e.g. OTD PhD EdD or equivalent)bytime ofhire.

• Current Wisconsin licensed Occupational Therapist or eligible forstateof Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Licensure.

• 2years of experience in a clinical practice setting.

• 5 years ofexpertiseand experience in a clinical practice setting preferably adult physical rehabilitation.

• Demonstrated leadership ability in either practice or academia.

• Prior instructional experience as a fieldwork educator and/or academic educator.

• Excellent communication and organizational skillsasdemonstratedin application materials.

• Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative member of a team.

• Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification or 3 years of experience working with assistive technology in professional practice.

Interested applicantsare required toapply online and provide:

1) a letter of interest specifying your qualifications for the position

2) curriculum vita

Finalists may be asked tomake a presentation shared with finalists. Finalists maybe requiredtosubmittranscripts.

PLEASE NOTE:letterof interestandCVwill need to be uploaded to the sameuploadarea in the application.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior tosubmittingthe online application to ensure full fromaletterof interest and CVwill not be considered.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable toascertainfrom the candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Apply in Workday by the application deadline July 2 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Jackson Prowse

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.