Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor beginning Academic Year 2025-2026. Applicants must have a research or clinical doctorate in occupational therapy or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. Must have licensure in Kentucky and initial NBCOT certification at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a doctorate degree (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. The position begins August 2025.

The position serves the BS in Occupational Science program and Occupational Therapy Doctorate (professional and post-professional concentrations). With relevant experience, candidate may also teach in the PhD in Rehabilitation and Heath Sciences program in collaboration with the University of Kentucky. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international professional organizations is recommended.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Applicants must have a research or clinical doctorate in occupational therapy or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment.
• ABD applicants may be considered but must have a doctorate degree (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment.

Experience:

• Knowledge of current practices in occupational science and occupational therapy
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytic and problems solving skills
• Active and effective listening skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and students

Licensure & Certifications: Must have licensure in Kentucky and initial NBCOT certification at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience teaching at the college or university level;
• A minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in one or more of the following areas: community-based practice, behavioral health, and/or pediatrics
• Evidence of potential research/ scholarship agenda and experience supervising student research

Preferred candidate will have at least three years clinical and/or teaching experience, basic computer/technology literacy, a research/ scholarship agenda, and experience supervising student research. However, novice educators will be considered, and mentorship is available.

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