Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy

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Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy 494553 Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Full-time Faculty Salary/Position Classification $72,000 + Annual, Exempt 40 hours per week 100% Remote Work Availability: No Hybrid Work Availability: No Purpose of Position Each full time faculty member is responsible for supporting the teaching, scholarship, and service missions of the department as designated in collaboration with the department chair.
They are responsible for providing effective learning experiences for students with diverse interests, abilities and expectations.
Each faculty member is expected to engage in creative/scholarly activities that support the knowledge and growth of the profession.
In addition, faculty are expected to be involved in activities that support individuals and or groups in the institute.
Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and instruct courses assigned by the department chair each academic year; maintain adequate office hours per week for the purpose of assisting and advising students.
This includes development of syllabi, assignments, and handouts, grading and providing feedback to students.
Select, prepare and maintain current curriculum, course outlines and printed and non-printed instructional materials.
Engage in curriculum planning and revision as needed, updating and coordinating course changes with other courses and methods of instruction.
Advise students; provide assistance to the students regarding up-to-date information on degrees or certificates in their educational program; maintain accurate files on each advisee; refer students, when appropriate, to sources of specialized services within the University (including student organization and/or class advisement).
Mentor and advise students through the scholarly project or independent study process.
Participate, when appropriate, in schedule building, budget input, equipment and material orders, report preparation, and the formation and meetings of program advisory boards as required by relevant policy.
Maintain office/discipline/division records as required by the Department, SMHS and University.
Assist in timely efforts to meet program reviews and the development and implementation of accreditation guidelines with regard to student academic achievement (assessment) and their success on outcomes (institutional effectiveness).
Conduct all classes in accordance with an established and current course syllabus and approved textbook (and/or related instructional material).
Participate in textbook adoption and review as appropriate.
Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, engaging in professional development activities, and networking with colleagues.
Engage in life-long learning in the areas including (but not limited to) higher education, student-centered learning, occupational therapy best practice, and teaching/learning technology.
Serve on University/SMHS/departmental committees and attend appropriate meetings.
Use the appropriate policies and procedures to resolve and document student complaints, concerns and problems.
Engage in productive scholarly and creative activity independently or collaboratively with others in the department, school, university or community.
Faculty are expected to be active in and support national and state professional/academic organizations.
Perform other duties as assigned by Department Chairperson, Dean, or University Administrators.
Required Competencies Must possess appropriate documented academic and experiential qualifications and backgrounds necessary to meet curriculum design, content delivery, program evaluation and the mission of the University/OT Department.
Must obtain and hold appropriate state licensure for professional practice (when licensure is applicable for discipline) Must hold a doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Maintain a high level of professional ethics as outlined by AOTA and the University.
Ensure knowledge of and compliance with ADA requirements within classes assigned.
Must have strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Minimum Requirements Earned PhD, EdD, or OTD; OTD Degree has expectation to earn a PhD or EdD within 7 years Entry level degree in Occupational Therapy Two or more years experience in pediatric occupational therapy practice OT Licensure or ability to become licensed in ND, and WY.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications Previous teaching experience Experience in sensory functions Experience in mental functions Evidence of strong team skills suitable for team teaching and collaboration Understanding of concept-based teaching To Apply Review of applications will begin on 4/17/2024.
Preferred start date of 8/1/2024 or prior.
Letter of application that includes a copy of current licensure and information on past state licensure Current curriculum vita Teaching statement Contact information for three professional references (name, address, and phone number) Position is open until filled.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
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Veteran’s Preference Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date.
Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification.
If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
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Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
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