Occupational Therapy-Faculty
- Employer
- East Carolina University
- Location
- Greenville
- Salary
- Commensurate with Qualifications
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- Faculty Jobs
- Health & Medical, Allied Health
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Occupational Therapy-Faculty
Position Number: 975022
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category: Faculty (Teaching)
Organizational Unit Overview:
The Department of Occupational Therapy has a well-established entry-level Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program and an entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. The MSOT and OTD programs run concurrently and jointly admit a total of 26 students annually. All 26 students are admitted at the master’s level. At the end of the second semester, approximately 1/3 of the MSOT cohort are admitted into the entry-level OTD program after mentorship and advising.
Within the Department are 5 dedicated teaching and research labs, totaling 4,600 sq. ft. stocked with supplies and state-of-the-art equipment. Advanced technology (i.e., 3D printing, classroom video capture, virtual reality lab, fully integrated video management system) is available to support innovative instruction. The Department also has the pro-bono Student Run Clinic where MSOT and OTD students evaluate and treat clients as a part of their coursework.
The Department is part of the largest College of Allied Health Sciences in North Carolina which includes communication sciences and disorders, physical therapy, and physician assistant programs, among others, supporting a variety of interprofessional education opportunities. In addition, a health science library is located within the same building and includes a librarian dedicated to supporting our program in scholarly work. Adjacent to the health sciences campus is East Carolina University (ECU) Health Medical Center, a 974-bed, level-1 trauma center which offers multiple opportunities to partner with clinicians.
East Carolina University is one of the largest of the 17 universities of the University of North Carolina system. East Carolina University has approximately 27,000 students and is a major employer in Greenville, North Carolina (population of 90,000). Greenville is 90 miles east of the Research Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, & Chapel Hill) and 90 miles west of the beautiful Crystal Coast.
Job Duties:
East Carolina University invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track, Assistant/Associate Professor position. Primary duties will include: (1) teaching graduate courses, (2) engaging in research and funding opportunities, (3) advising graduate students in research, and (4) serving the university and profession.
Contingent upon available funding
Minimum Education/Experience:
Occupational therapist with an earned post-professional doctoral degree in occupational therapy or a related field (PhD, ScD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, OTD, DrOT). All but dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered. ABD candidates will be appointed with the probationary term rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to their first reappointment.Three years of clinical experience in occupational therapyHistory of scholarly activities in area of expertise
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:
Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice as an occupational therapist in North Carolina
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
Graduate teaching experience in occupational therapyExperience in working in academiaExperience in mentoring occupational therapy graduate students in research projectsEstablished research agenda with a history of publicationAbility to teach adult, foundational, and/or management contents
Special Instructions to Applicant:
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:
· Curriculum Vitae· Letter of Interest· List of Three References (noting contact information)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Initial Screening Begins: 02/26/2025
To apply, visit https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/83555
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
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Organization
ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.
Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.
Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm
To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:
- Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
- Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
- Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
- Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
- Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
- Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm
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