Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
- Employer
- Maryville University
- Location
- St. Louis, MO
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- Faculty Jobs
- Health & Medical, Allied Health
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job no: 492666
Work type: Full-time Faculty
Location: St. Louis, MO
Categories: Occupational Therapy
Posting Details
Job Summary/Basic Function
At Maryville University, we power dreams-not just degrees. Our vision is to be the innovative leader in higher education promoting a revolution in student learning that expands access and opportunities for all.
Maryville University is searching for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy to join the Walker College of Health Professions. We seek educators who think and use engaging pedagogy to help our students deepen their learning and broaden their perspectives. The candidate must be committed to fostering a positive, culturally diverse atmosphere for faculty, staff and students.
Responsibilities for all faculty members:
Teach assigned courses as specified employing a variety of pedagogical styles to effectively deliver course content.
Create a learning environment that is conducive to student learning by developing creative, challenging and evidence-based learning opportunities.
Use learning assessment information to improve teaching and curriculum; participate in quality improvement initiatives to meet program and institutional goals.
Foster a teaching-learning environment that values and supports the diversity of students’ ideas, opinions, and backgrounds and prepares them for success in a culturally diverse work force.
Ensure that program and course outcomes are assessed for continuous improvement.
Work closely with advisees to facilitate students’ academic and personal success.
Propose and work toward a productive research/scholarship agenda consonant with the demands of a teaching-focused institution.
Serve on School and University committees as needed.
Foster mutually beneficial relationships with community partners to build fieldwork and career opportunities and cutting-edge curriculum.
NOTE: While application review will begin immediately, the selected candidate will start effective January 2023.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of professional experience.
OTD or other doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Student-centered approach and passion for teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.
Strong commitment to serving students, department, university and profession.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior higher education teaching experience.
Physical Demands
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Teaching philosophy, letter of professional interest indicating area(s) of focus and approach to meeting the responsibilities outlined above for the chosen position, curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to complete the application process. Final rank will be determined based upon qualifications.
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening.
Applicants requiring University sponsorship to obtain employment authorization will not be considered for this position.
Maryville University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, on-the-job treatment, promotion, layoff, and termination.
Advertised: March 24, 2022
Applications close: Open until filled
Organization
Motivated Students
Maryville University is a selective, comprehensive and nationally ranked private institution with nearly 6,000 students. We offer over 75 degrees at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels to students from 50 states and 32 countries. Consistently ranked as a top private school by Forbes and Kiplinger's, Maryville has been named the Number 1 Over-performing University in the nation by US News and World Report for the past two years. Maryville's athletics teams compete in 18 men's and women's sports at the Division II level in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Founded in 1872, the University is ideally situated on 130 picturesque acres in west St. Louis County.
Outstanding Faculty
Across the wide spectrum of academic programs offered at Maryville University, you'll discover enthusiastic professors with impressive academic credentials and professional experience in their fields. From their extensive knowledge base and active learning approach, you'll gain real-world perspective and the kind of confidence that comes with being well-prepared to begin your first professional job in your chosen career.
Campus Map
On the Maryville campus, academic, administrative and housing buildings span 130-acres of beautiful wooded and landscaped scenery. Maryville has constructed 10 new campus buildings since 1998. They include the Anheuser-Busch Academic Center, Art & Design Building, University Auditorium, Donius University Center, state-of-the-art health professions facility Myrtle E. and Earl E. Walker Hall and five student apartment buildings.
Inspired Teaching
Maryville is proud of its teaching and mentoring excellence. As we focus on giving you a solid liberal arts foundation, we are guided by a well-established statement of mission, vision and core values.
Special Events
For the past 11 years, Maryville has presented the St. Louis Speaker Series at Powell Symphony Hall, featuring Pulitzer Prize and Nobel Peace Prize winners, world leaders, statesmen, distinguished journalists, authors and other celebrated personalities who have enlightened, inspired and entertained our audiences.
Career Resources
Located only 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis and right next door to St. Luke's Hospital and Maryville Centre corporate complex, you'll benefit from a wide variety of internship opportunities. In addition, our centers for advising and career planning will help you succeed every step of the way, both as a Maryville student and as a graduate. These include:
- Academic Advising
- Academic Computing
- Academic Success Center
- Career Education
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