"Assistant Professor of Practice - Occupational Therapy (Pediatrics)"

The Ohio State University’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences invites applications for an associated faculty member within our Occupational Therapy (OT) division at the Assistant Professor of practice rank. This position consists of an initial 3-year appointment that is renewable based upon annual reviews. We are seeking faculty who will teach within the OT Doctoral program in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences; mentor students; participate in accreditation activities and teach a variety of courses in support of the OT Doctoral program. Successful candidates must have appropriate educational preparation to teach within our OT Doctoral program. Our associated faculty have a majority of their time committed to teaching, but also contribute to the service needs of the School, College, University and professional community.

The Ohio State University ACOTE-accredited OTD program highly values teaching excellence and professional leadership. Ohio State OT is highly ranked, boasts 100% NBCOT pass rate success over the last three years, offers a multitude of simulation, didactic and clinical experiences to our students, and offers multiple opportunities for student specialization in research and practice through our cutting-edge doctoral capstone.

Track: This is an associated faculty position, non-tenure, 75%

Rank: Assistant Professor

Language Requirements: English

Sponsorship offered

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: degree in occupational therapy; licensure or eligibility for licensure as an occupational therapist in the State of Ohio; evidence of strong teaching ability; ability to mentor graduate & professional students. Earned terminal doctoral degree (e.g. EdD, PhD, ScD, DHSc, post-professional clinical doctoral degree or equivalent).

Desired: professional expertise in pediatric and/or school-based occupational therapy

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include: Required: Cover letter. Please include a summary of your CV that highlights your key accomplishments, skills, and qualifications that match the job posting and three or more professional references. Curriculum Vita (CV). Statement of Teaching and Mentoring. Please include the impact and influence of your scholarship and disciplinary context on your teaching. Include the teaching goals you have for yourself and for your students and how your teaching enacts these beliefs and goals.

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University is a nationally recognized leader in the education of health and providers in the areas of athletic training, health information management, medical dietetics, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and radiologic sciences and therapy. Graduates of these programs are leaders in their fields who use their knowledge of advanced techniques and technology to deliver quality patient care.

The Division of Occupational Therapy in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) is located in a large, energetic academic medical center and research extensive university, offering an array of collaboration and innovation opportunities. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, collaborative and well-balanced faculty of successful scientists, master clinicians, and professional leaders with records of excellence in teaching, scholarship, professional service and clinical practice in one of the country’s most established OT programs. The Division of Occupational Therapy offers an entry-level occupational therapy doctorate, a dual-degree OTD PhD track, and an online certificate in Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology.

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