Assistant or Associate Professor/Clinical Professor for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Colorado Mesa University•Grand Junction, CO

1d•$95,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor for the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program with practice mastery in physical rehabilitation. This is a full-time tenure-track or clinical-track, 12-month position with a start date of January 6, 2027. The standard academic load is 18-20 credit hours per year primarily on site; courses may be assigned as in-person or hybrid. Participation in scholarship, advising, and service to the program, department, and profession are expected.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program AND currently pursuing a Doctoral degree, or entry-level Doctoral degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Licensed or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in the State of Colorado.
Minimum of two years of clinical experience in occupational therapy.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in adult physical rehabilitation.
Previous academic teaching experience.
Clinical teaching experience as a Level II Fieldwork educator.
Evidence of scholarship (presentations, articles, posters, etc.).
Active in community service and participation.
Leadership in local, regional, or national occupational therapy associations.
An earned terminal doctoral degree in an appropriate discipline (PhD, EdD).
Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level courses within the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program.
Develop and coordinate course design, course delivery, and participate in the evaluation of didactic and clinical curriculum.
Advise and mentor graduate students, including guiding faculty-led research projects.
Initiate an ongoing scholarly agenda in area of expertise.
Ongoing development and evaluation of curriculum to align with program goals and accreditation standards.
Support admissions and applicant screening processes.
Complete professional development activities and service to the Department, University and community.
Participate in ACOTE accreditation, and program/University assessment processes.
Perform other program and department level duties as assigned.