Department Summary:

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) is proud to prepare today’s learners to be tomorrow’s healthcare leaders. Our graduates enjoy success and leadership in professional fields that offer enormous opportunities and have a tremendous impact on people’s lives.

CPHS offers a range of undergraduate and professional degree programs, including a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with majors in Clinical & Medical Sciences, Public Health, and Health Care Administration; Master’s in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP); Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD); Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD); and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN).

Learn more about the College at: https://www.drake.edu/cphs/.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will report to the OTD Program Director/Chairperson and will be responsible for all aspects of teaching assigned courses. Specific responsibilities include course development and teaching based on content expertise, student advising and mentoring, college and community service, and scholarship at a level consistent with the appointment. Faculty in the OTD program teach 11-13 credits annually and are expected to engage in academic and professional service to advance the college, University and the profession, as well as scholarship, including dissemination of the results.
The search committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Minimum Qualifications:

A doctoral degree is required (e.g., PhD, ScD, EdD, or post-professional OTD), however an entry level doctoral applicant with significant experience will be considered. Applicant must be an NBCOT certified occupational therapist and be licensed in Iowa by the time the appointment begins. Applicants with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in acute care, home health or physical rehabilitation are preferred. General knowledge and expertise in common clinical conditions treated by occupational therapists, evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning and critical analysis are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants with educational experience, practice experience, or a residency in occupational therapy in the identified area of expertise and strong commitment to teaching and mentoring.

Salary and Benefits:

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our Drake Benefits Guide 2025. One of our popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in not one, but two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. Tuition Benefits