Adjunct Faculty, Lifestyle Medicine and Research Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

Adjunct Faculty, Lifestyle Medicine and Research Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) was founded in 1997 as the first higher education institution in the United States dedicated exclusively to education and research related to the applied life sciences. KGI offers innovative postgraduate degrees and certificates that integrate healthcare, life and health sciences, business, and engineering with a focus on active learning and team collaboration.

KGI’s Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program will emphasize occupation-centered practice, innovation, leadership and advocacy, lifestyle medicine for whole-person care, research and evidence, and optimized service delivery throughout the curriculum. The adjunct faculty position will be involved in curriculum design, teaching, service, and research in KGI’s OTD program.

Education And Experience
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Doctoral degree from a United States Department of Education recognized and accredited program. Registered and certified as an occupational therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Licensed occupational therapist in the state of California. At least two years of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
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• Provide active, innovative, and high-caliber learning experiences in relevant areas of expertise including Lifestyle Medicine & Research.
• Serve as course coordinator or contributing faculty, as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with ACOTE standards through course design and assessment, and provide KGI with necessary narratives and artifacts for accreditation purposes.
• Provide documented expertise in areas of teaching responsibility and demonstrate knowledge of the content delivery methods.
• Participate in faculty meetings or events and as deemed necessary

Professionalism
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• Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills that support the mission, vision, and values of the OTD program, SHS, and KGI.
• Support professional, interprofessional, and clinical collaborations through developing collegial relationships within and outside the Institute.
• Demonstrate commitment to working as a team through innovative problem-solving and flexibility.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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• Strong attention to detail in course planning, implementation, and assessment.
• Proficient in computer, online, and learning management system skills.
• Strong work ethic and team-based approach to working in a dynamic environment.
• Superior writing skills grounded in professional knowledge.
• Positive, welcoming personality for working with colleagues, students, community and clinical partners, and others.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Available for occasional work on evenings and weekends, as event schedules may require.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
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Keck Graduate Institute is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law.