Assistant Professor of Practice & Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services Director

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

1d

About The Position

The Department of Health Professions in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies at James Madison University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in its Occupational Therapy Program. This is a 12-month renewable term appointment beginning July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will serve as Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) and as core faculty, teaching in an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program. The program is ACOTE-accredited and reports a 100% NBCOT pass rate.

The role includes teaching, advising graduate students, mentoring graduate research, coordinating admissions, and contributing to curriculum development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities. The position also offers opportunities to collaborate across Health Professions programs and throughout the College. The successful candidate will join an engaged faculty at a nationally recognized public university. The College of Health and Behavioral Studies describes its environment as welcoming and innovative, supporting excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, collaboration, belonging, and meaningful community impact.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current Virginia licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or eligibility for Virginia licensure with a requirement to obtain it by August 10, 2027.
• Commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
• Strong record of scholarly experience.
• Evidence of professional service.
• Clinical expertise in adult practice and rehabilitation; special consideration will be given to applicants with this expertise.
• Evidence of an active scholarly agenda.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses as core faculty in an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Serve as Director of James Madison University’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES).
• Advise graduate students.
• Mentor graduate student research and, where appropriate, disseminate student work.
• Serve as admissions coordinator.
• Participate in community-based outreach and training programs in areas of expertise.
• Participate in service at departmental, college, university, and professional levels.
• Assist with ongoing curricular development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level