Faculty Position for Occupational Therapy Hattiesburg - Hattiesburg, MS 39401 Apply Apply Description Job Summary Under the supervision of the Director of Occupational Therapy, the faculty member performs teaching, service, and research duties in the occupational therapy field. Duties and Responsibilities This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions and exclude functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. Assist the university in implementing the Statement of Purpose Assist the university and department in implementing long-range institutional and financial plans Maintain standards of the profession, including rules and regulations of licensing and certification. Assist with recruitment and admissions processes for the Department of Occupational Therapy Provide academic advising for current and potential MOT students Ensure each student has met health and academic requirements for attendance at each fieldwork education experience Use active learning strategies to teach entry-level Master of Occupational Therapy learners in faculty member's area of expertise and provide evaluation of student learning. Engage in service to the university and the profession through committee appointments, providing continuing education offerings, clinical practice, consulting, etc. Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum design with regard to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in accordance with meeting accreditation standards. Responsible for mentoring students on scholarly projects. Demonstrate ongoing scholarly achievement and research expertise. Qualifications Required Qualifications Must hold a minimum of a master's degree awarded by an institution accredited by a USDE-recognized regional accrediting body. Must have at least two years of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist Must have demonstrated clinical expertise in specific area of instruction Must hold an unencumbered occupational therapy license in Mississippi Must hold a national board certification from NBCOT. Must be, or be willing to become a member of the Mississippi Occupational Therapy Association (MSOTA). Must be a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Preferred Qualifications Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Have documented scholarship and research. Have knowledge of curriculum and instructional design to meet the mission and vision of the program Have two or more years of academic or clinical teaching experience. Physical Demands Must possess mobility to work in a standard classroom, lab, or office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer Must have vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone Must have the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time Must have strength and agility to move files, paper boxes, and minor office equipment Must be able to maintain office hours and perform duties in an on-campus setting Share job details to