"Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator"

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Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

The Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AAFWC) position is a 12-month faculty tenure-eligible position in the Occupational Therapy department at Chatham University. This role includes administrative management of clinical placements for the entry-level occupational therapy doctorate (ELOTD) program in collaboration with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC), teaching courses related to fieldwork and topics of clinical expertise, advising, and engaging in service and scholarship as outlined in the Faculty Manual. The AAFWC collaborates closely with the AFWC & Doctoral Capstone Coordinator to ensure institutional compliance with clinical and community partners. This position requires routine on-campus presence, with some opportunities for remote work, and may involve evening/weekend commitments and travel to clinical sites.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee (including prepare, assign, supervise, and evaluate) the Level I student fieldwork experiences within the curriculum in collaboration with the AFWC.
• Serve as a liaison between Chatham University and the affiliated fieldwork sites.
• Support Clinical Fieldwork Educators and foster effective partnerships. Coordinate the annual Chatham Partner Appreciation event with the AFWC and Doctoral Capstone Coordinator.
• Recruit and develop fieldwork Level I & II sites as needed in collaboration with AFWC.
• Complete Level I & II clinical site visits as needed. Assist the AFWC in ensuring compliance with accreditation standards for fieldwork.
• Support preparation of accreditation, re-accreditation, and other program reports.
• Collaborate with administrative staff to track student requirements and establish site contracts.
• Prepare and teach occupational therapy coursework related to fieldwork and areas of clinical expertise.
• Advise students academically, for fieldwork experiences, and in capstone mentorship roles.
• Participate in curriculum development, program evaluation, and admissions activities as requested.
• Engage in departmental, university, and professional service and scholarly activities within areas of clinical/educational expertise.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Required Qualifications:

• Initial certification as an OTR (occupational therapist, Registered) and current licensure (or eligibility) as an occupational therapist in Pennsylvania.
• Terminal Doctoral degree (Ex: post-professional OTD, PhD, ScD, EdD)
• Minimum of 5 years’ clinical experience as an occupational therapist
• Prior experience as an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator or Fieldwork Educator
• Evidence of effective professional collaboration or partnerships
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to working with individuals of varied backgrounds, identities, and perspectives
• High emotional intelligence, excellent listening skills, and a positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion, diplomacy, and judgment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in experiential learning, innovative program development, or distance education
• Experience teaching or mentoring at the graduate level

Appointment Terms

The AAFWC is appointed by the Program Director, in consultation with the Dean of the College of Health Sciences, and is subject to an annual performance review.

How to Apply:

Applications accepted only via Chatham Careers and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:

• Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Contact information for three professional references

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.