Occupational Therapy Faculty

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) invites applications for an open-rank, full-time faculty position in the Department of Occupational Therapy—an exciting opportunity for a dynamic educator, clinician, and scholar to shape the next generation of occupational therapy professionals. This role offers the chance to engage deeply in teaching, student mentorship, and program development within a collaborative, interprofessional academic health environment. The successful candidate will play a central role in advancing the department’s mission through innovative instruction, meaningful service, and leadership in the admissions process, while also contributing to a culture that values community engagement and interprofessional collaboration across the university and the broader region.

This position is particularly well-suited for a motivated professional eager to build or expand a scholarly agenda while remaining connected to clinical practice. Faculty are supported in disseminating research, participating in university governance, and leading initiatives that strengthen both academic and community partnerships. With flexibility in rank and a strong emphasis on leadership, communication, and vision, the role presents a compelling platform for individuals who are passionate about advancing occupational therapy education, fostering inclusive excellence, and making a lasting impact on students, the profession, and the communities they serve.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Memphis campus comprises six colleges– Health Professions, Dentistry, Graduate Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy. The Memphis Core Teaching Hospitals include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Methodist Healthcare, Regional One Health, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, Baptist Memorial Health Care, Memphis VA Medical Center and St. Francis Hospital.

Required Candidate Qualifications:

• Education: Clinical or post-professional Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field (OTD, DrOT, DSc, EdD, ScD, PhD).
• Experience: Three (3) years of post-licensure clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist. Excellent communication, conflict management and problem-solving skills. Strong leadership skills and a vision for excellence. University or clinical teaching experience in needed content areas. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Licenses: NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist. Licensed and eligible to practice occupational therapy in the State of Tennessee.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications:

• Five or more years of post-licensure clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous teaching experience at the university level.
• Experience supervising graduate students.
• Defined research agenda with a history of peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of leadership in a professional organization at a state or national level.
• Commitment to lifelong learning.
• Evidence of leadership or administration in clinical practice.