Assistant / Associate Professor - Doctor of Occupational Therapy program

Extended Job Title

Assistant / Associate Professor - Doctor of Occupational Therapy program

Position Description

The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences in the School of Health Professions at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) invites applicants for the Assistant or Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy position. The open position is for a full-time, 12-month faculty appointment in the entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at the Lubbock, TX campus, emphasizing hands-on teaching.

Our goal is to attract the best educators to enrich the learning experiences of our highly talented and ambitious occupational therapy students. Join a passionate and thoughtfully constructed team and make the future of occupational therapy better and brighter!

Has a wide range of occupation-based practice expertise that aligns with several of the following practice approaches : biomechanical, rehabilitative, cognitive, and behavioral. Demonstrate qualities of an excellent educator, practitioner, colleague, and scholar and align with the TTUHSC Values-Based Culture : One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, and Beyond Service

Requisition ID

42272BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and / or skills

Major / Essential Functions

Teach didactic and lab courses in the entry-level OTD curriculum with emphasis in the following :

Biomechanical and Rehabilitative Models course series

Cognitive and Behavioral Health Models course series

Guide and advise OTD students in academic success and professional development

Assist the Doctoral Capstone Coordinator with the monitoring and evaluation of capstone processes

Assist with the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of student doctoral capstone projects and experiences

Serve on department-, campus-, and university-wide committees

Provide service to the profession and to the broader community

Engage in scholarship (e.g., professional presentations, research)

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and / or skills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal or post-professional degree

Broad range of clinical and teaching experience covering the lifespan

Experience with course and program development at the graduate level

3 years of experience in an academic role

Evidence of scholarly achievement

Department

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Lbk

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https : / / app4.ttuhsc.edu / payplan .

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate i.e., OTD, PhD, EdD, ScD or other terminal degree. Candidates who will complete a post-professional (OTD) or terminal doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, EdD, etc.) by June 2026 are eligible.
• Occupational Therapy licensure or eligible for licensure in the state of Texas
• Demonstrated success in teaching and working with adult learners
• 3 years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

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Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For , TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member :

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.