"Assistant/Associate Professor - Occupational Therapy - Tenure Track"

Job Description:

• Teach courses (including research courses) offered to students enrolled in the occupational therapy doctorate program and the occupational therapy assistant program.
• Provide mentoring in OT research projects and advise students enrolled in the OT Programs.
• Engage in service to the Department, the University, the profession, and the community.
• Contribute to an interdisciplinary environment of research, instruction, and community collaborations.
• Demonstrate sustained productivity and growth in research and grant writing.
• Continue growth in teaching instruction.

Short Job Description:

• Earned PhD or EdD in Occupational Therapy or related field from an accredited institution such as rehabilitation, applied neuroscience, or related social sciences such as sociology, psychology, anthropology or other related field.
• Candidates must be eligible for Occupational Therapy licensing in the State of Michigan and Registered through NBCOT.
• A post-professional OTD will be considered provided significant research skills are evident.
• Completion of the terminal degree must occur prior to the start date.
• Five years of clinical experience.
• Demonstrated potential to maintain an active program of scholarly research and grant writing.
• Evidence of teaching competence, including prior teaching experience, demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, and professional development that highlights the ability to engage and support students successfully.
• Must have a proven and demonstrable commitment to supporting and advocating for minority populations, with a strong ability to engage with and address the needs of underrepresented groups.

Job Ref: F230P

Job Reply URL: 3306

About Western Michigan University

One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.