Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy (Tenure-Track) - University of Indianapolis

Job Description

The School of Occupational Therapy is seeking a faculty member at the Assistant Professor level beginning in January 2025. This is a full-time, tenure-track position within our ACOTE-accredited OTD and MOT programs. The successful applicant for this position will be able to demonstrate outstanding
commitment to graduate-level teaching and capstone and/or research mentorship. 

We prefer an OTR with clinical experience in mental health and adult practice, but will consider an OTR with adult experience who is willing to complete training in order to teach mental health content. Additional duties include engaging graduate students in research, participating in ongoing program development with the SOT, and serving on faculty and university committees. Additionally, preference will be given to applicants with a PhD, EdD, or ABD with the expectation of completion of the degree within 2 years of start date.

The SOT fully upholds and furthers the value of diversity as stated by the University and seeks to recruit and retain faculty, staff, and students from diverse and under-represented groups. UIndy is looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi-cultural, and
multi-racial communities, particularly in mentoring African American, Latino/a, and Native American students. Applicants who can demonstrate both a commitment to improving access to higher education and effective mentoring of students from underrepresented backgrounds will be particularly competitive. We offer opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to participate in College-level diversity committees. In addition, we are home to professional organizations including a chapter of the Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity (COTAD).

Responsibilities

• Teaches within the entry-level OT programs (MOT & OTD)
• Provides research supervision (entry-level and/or post-professional)
• Participates in experiential education components including fieldwork and the doctoral capstone
• Participates in academic advising and scholarly endeavors
• Provides service within the University and community

Qualifications

Experience:

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of documented clinical practice experience in the field of occupational therapy. This experience must include:
• Clinical practice as an occupational therapist that is relevant to content area within the curriculum (preference is given to individuals with clinical experience in mental health and adult practice, but will consider an applicant with adult experience who is willing to complete training in order to teach mental health content).
• Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning).
•  Understanding of the role of the occupational therapy assistant

Education:

• Must hold an entry-level occupational therapy degree from an accredited academic program
• Must hold a minimum of a doctoral degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a regional accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE), with preference given to applicants with a PhD, EdD, or ABD with the expectation of completion of the degree within 2 years of start date

Licenses/Certifications/Credentials:

•  Initially certified and maintains current certification in good standing through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Maintains licensure in good standing in the State of Indiana.

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.   

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.   

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.
 

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.