Direct Supervisor: Department Chair
FTE: 1.0
Titel/Rank: Clinical Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy
Primary Location: Oklahoma City, OK

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Teaching:

• Teaches in the OTD program, which may include interdisciplinary coursework, using innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies and the use of electronic learning platforms.
• Participates in curriculum development and review for the OTD and curriculum development and review of the integrated curriculum with PT as assigned.
• OTD student advisement and mentoring; OTD capstone mentoring.
• Supports and promotes a collaborative and positive learning environment for students.
• Participate in post-professional teaching and mentoring as qualified and interested.

Research/ Scholarship:

• Participate in research/scholarship as defined by the University of Oklahoma and meet ACOTE standards for mentoring students in research and capstone experience projects.
• Maintain a consistent record of research/scholarship dissemination activities to include publications and presentations through local, national, and international opportunities.
• As interested and available, participation in mentoring students in post-professional doctoral thesis or dissertation committees, per OUHSC Graduate College policy.

Service:

• Participate in University, College, Department, and Program committees.
• Participate in and supervise clinical service activities that support the mission of the institution.
• Participate in the development of innovative and interprofessional outreach programs.
• Active participation in AOTA, OKOTA, and other professional associations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Occupational Therapist with an earned post-professional doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DrPH, OTD) or an Occupational Therapist with a Master’s degree who will finish a post-professional doctoral degree program within five years of hire.
• Candidate must be licensed in Oklahoma or meet all eligibility requirements for immediate Oklahoma Licensure.
• The successful candidate will contribute to interprofessional teaching, research/scholarship, service, and program support across professional programs in occupational therapy & physical therapy and the Tolbert Center.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Post professional degree completed (e.g., PhD, EdD, DrPH, OTD).
• Contemporary knowledge in the Occupational Therapy Framework and OT theories & practice models.
• 3-5 Years of teaching experience in an academic setting.
• 3-5 Years of clinical experience.
• Experience with educational training grants.
• Evidence of research/scholarly contributions to the profession (i.e. presentations and/or publications at local, state or national level).
• Educational, clinical or research experience in pediatrics across diverse practice settings (e.g., hospital, schools, early intervention), assistive technology, and leadership/ management.
• Record of involvement with professional associations.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills through engagement and reflection.Strong computer skills and openness to new technologies.

Applications should include a cover letter describing qualifications and experience, a complete curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references.

Applicants should apply at:  apply.interfolio.com/185221.

If you have questions or issues when applying, please contact Lauren Gavin at [email protected]