Clinical Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Overview

Summary of

Job Duties:

This 12-month Non-Tenure Track Clinical Assistant Professor’s primary responsibility will be teaching graduate courses in the Occupational Therapy Doctoral program’s integrated curriculum. The Clinical Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy will also advise students, direct/chair student capstone projects, participate in public/professional service, and engage in service activities at the program, department, college, and university level. Travel may be required for this position.

Faculty members are expected to foster innovative, collaborative, occupation-centered learning environments and to be engaged stewards of the profession. Regular attendance in person is an essential job duty, and maintaining collegial, harmonious working relationships is required.

Additional context:
This role supports activities within the Department of Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

• Teach graduate courses in the Occupational Therapy Doctoral program’s integrated curriculum.
• Advise students and direct/chair student capstone projects.
• Engage in public/professional service and participate in service activities at the program, department, college, and university level.
• Travel may be required for this position.

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution. Must be conferred by first day of employment.
• Occupational therapist who is licensed/eligible for Arkansas professional license.
• At least two years of clinical experience.
• Evidence of initial performance and promise of success in teaching, instruction, or clinical practice.
• Potential to contribute to the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), evidence-based practice, and/or innovative practice.

• At least four years of clinical experience.
• Expertise in pediatric occupational therapy, neuro-rehabilitation and/or orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Experience teaching in an integrated curriculum.
• At least three years of experience as a full-time graduate faculty with teaching responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Record of productive service to a department, institution, and the profession.

Department: Department of Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy

Department’s Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Contact Information: Dr. Glenda Hux, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy, ghux

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution with a strong research profile. The campus is located in Fayetteville, a community with a growing economy and cultural opportunities. The university offers a vibrant work environment and a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, holidays, retirement options, and more.

Sponsorship Available: Yes

Work Schedule: Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Workstudy Position: No

Closing Date: The posting will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Required Documents to Apply:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

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The University of Arkansas is committed to equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination in employment and education programs. The university conducts background checks as part of the employment process. Required checks vary by position and may include criminal background, sex offender registry, motor vehicle records, and/or credit checks. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication does not automatically disqualify an applicant; it will be evaluated in relation to the requirements of the position.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. The university is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on protected characteristics.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Records Check, Sex Offender Registry. Acknowledgement of legal work authority in the United States on first day of employment may be required.