Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy

San José State University•San Jose, CA

11d•$105,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Department at San José State University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning in August 2027. Experienced clinicians dedicated to preparing the next generation of occupational therapists are encouraged to apply. The department seeks clinical experts to teach foundational, professional development, practice, and research courses in its entry-level MSOT and OTD programs. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a passion for teaching and developing impactful university-community collaborations. The position includes teaching, scholarship, and service to the university and profession. The successful candidate will teach practice courses related to their area of expertise, research-related courses, courses in current and emerging practice areas, and adaptive technology in didactic and clinical practice settings. The role also includes student mentorship, participation in shared governance and service assignments, and organizing classes in the Canvas Learning Management System. Faculty are expected to use inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and student advisement that respond to the needs of a diverse student population. The work must be performed in California and requires an on-campus presence. Employment is contingent on US residence, eligibility to work in the United States, and satisfactory background and reference checks. The position’s anticipated academic-year annual salary range is $105,000–$115,000, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and rank. Faculty benefits are described as competitive for the higher education sector; details are available in the CSU Employee Benefits Summary.

Requirements

Earned research and/or clinical doctorate in Occupational Therapy, Occupational Science, or a related field.
At least two years of clinical experience.
Eligible for occupational therapy licensure in California.
Commitment to teaching excellence, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and commitment to establishing and interacting effectively with community partnerships.
Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population, developed through relevant study, training, teaching, research, scholarship, service, or comparable experiences that facilitate student success.
Experience working in pediatrics, mental health, physical disabilities, or gerontology across the continuum of care.

Nice To Haves

Research doctorate and/or demonstrated record of research and scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, research-related teaching, and/or student research mentorship.
At least two years of teaching experience and five years of clinical practice.
Experience in interprofessional collaboration.
Knowledge of the use and application of emerging technologies and AI in occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

Teach practice courses related to the candidate’s area of expertise, research-related courses, courses related to current and emerging practice areas, and adaptive technology in didactic and clinical practice courses in the entry-level MSOT and OTD programs.
Mentor students in the MSOT and OTD programs.
Participate in shared governance, typically through department, college, and university committees, and complete other service assignments.
Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System.
Demonstrate awareness of the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and student advisement.
Contribute to teaching, scholarship, and service to the university and profession.