Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

Position Details

Position Number: 975070

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category: Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview

The Department of Occupational Therapy offers both an entry-level Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program and an entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. The MSOT and OTD programs operate concurrently and jointly admit a cohort of 26 students each year. All students are initially admitted at the masters level. At the conclusion of the second semester, approximately one-third of the MSOT cohort transition into the entry-level OTD program following mentorship and advising from faculty.

The Department includes five dedicated teaching and research laboratories totaling 4,600 square feet, equipped with supplies and state-of-the-art technology. Advanced instructional resources such as 3D printing, classroom video capture, an Anatomage table, a virtual reality lab, and a fully integrated video management system support innovative teaching and learning. The Department also operates a pro-bono Student-Run Clinic where MSOT and OTD students evaluate and treat clients as part of their coursework.

The Department is an integral part of one of the largest and most dynamic health sciences colleges in North Carolina. Our college brings together a broad group of disciplines including Communication Sciences and Disorders, Physical Therapy, Nutrition Sciences, and Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies, creating a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and interdisciplinary learning. The Health Sciences campus also houses programs in medicine, dental medicine, and nursing. Faculty and students benefit from robust interprofessional education opportunities, cross-disciplinary partnerships, and a strong culture of teamwork that supports professional development and meaningful community engagement. A health sciences library is located within the same building and includes a dedicated librarian who supports faculty and students in scholarly work. Adjacent to the Health Sciences campus is the East Carolina University (ECU) Health Medical Center, a 974-bed Level I trauma center that provides numerous opportunities for clinical collaboration.

East Carolina University is the fourth largest of the 16 institutions within the University of North Carolina system and enrolls approximately 29,000 students. The university is a major employer in Greenville, North Carolina (population approximately 95,000). Greenville is located about 90 miles east of the Research Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill) and 90 miles west of North Carolinas Crystal Coast.

Job Duties

The Department of Occupational Therapy within the College of Allied Health Sciences at East Carolina University invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Primary duties will include: (1) teaching graduate courses, (2) engaging in research and funding opportunities, (3) advising graduate students in research, and (4) serving the university and profession.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Occupational therapist with an earned doctoral degree in occupational therapy or a related field (PhD, ScD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, OTD, DrOT). All but dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered. ABD candidates will be initially appointed with the probationary term rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to their first reappointment.
• Three years of clinical experience in occupational therapy
• History of scholarly activities in area of expertise

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice as an occupational therapist in North Carolina

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Three years of full-time clinical experience in occupational therapy
• Graduate teaching experience in occupational therapy
• Experience working in academia
• Experience in mentoring occupational therapy graduate students in research projects
• History of publication

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• List of Three References (noting contact information)
• NC OT license or eligible for NC OT license

At the time of employment, two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected as the candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.