Assistant/Associate Professor - Doctor of Occupational Therapy program en Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center · Lubbock, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Professional
- Oficina en Lubbock
Position Description
Our goal is to attract the best educators to enrich the learning experiences of our highly talented and ambitious occupational therapy students. Join a passionate and thoughtfully constructed team and make the future of occupational therapy better and brighter!
Has a wide range of occupation-based practice expertise that aligns with several of the following practice approaches: biomechanical, rehabilitative, cognitive, and behavioral. Demonstrate qualities of an excellent educator, practitioner, colleague, and scholar and align with the TTUHSC Values-Based Culture: One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, and Beyond Service
Travel Required
Pay Grade Maximum
Major/Essential Functions
Teach didactic and lab courses in the entry-level OTD curriculum with emphasis in the following:
Biomechanical and Rehabilitative Models course series
Cognitive and Behavioral Health Models course series
Guide and advise OTD students in academic success and professional development
Assist the Doctoral Capstone Coordinator with the monitoring and evaluation of capstone processes
Assist with the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of student doctoral capstone projects and experiences
Serve on department-, campus-, and university-wide committees
Provide service to the profession and to the broader community
Engage in scholarship (e.g., professional presentations, research)
Grant Funded?
Pay Grade Minimum
Pay Basis
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Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal or post-professional degree
- Broad range of clinical and teaching experience covering the lifespan
- Experience with course and program development at the graduate level
- 3 years of experience in an academic role
- Evidence of scholarly achievement
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Required Qualifications
- Earned Doctorate i.e., OTD, PhD, EdD, ScD or other terminal degree. Candidates who will complete a post-professional (OTD) or terminal doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, EdD, etc.) by June 2026 are eligible.
- Occupational Therapy licensure or eligible for licensure in the state of Texas
- Demonstrated success in teaching and working with adult learners
- 3 years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
Jeanne Clery Act
Introduction
About TTUHSC
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.
Benefits
- Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
- Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace