What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor position at East Carolina University Occupational Therapy?
Organizational Unit Overview:
The Department of Occupational Therapy offers both an entry-level Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) and an entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. The MSOT and OTD programs operate concurrently and jointly admit a cohort of 26 students each year. All students are initially admitted at the master’s level. At the conclusion of the second semester, approximately one-third of the MSOT cohort transition into the entry-level OTD program following mentorship and advising from faculty.
The Department includes five dedicated teaching and research laboratories totaling 4,600 square feet, equipped with supplies and state-of-the-art technology. Advanced instructional resources such as 3D printing, classroom video capture, an Anatomage table, a virtual reality lab, and a fully integrated video management system support innovative teaching and learning. The Department also operates a pro-bono Student-Run Clinic where MSOT and OTD students evaluate and treat clients as part of their coursework.
The Department is an integral part of one of the largest and most dynamic health sciences programs in North Carolina. Our college brings together a diverse group of disciplines including Communication Sciences and Disorders, Physical Therapy, Nutrition Sciences, and Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies, creating a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and interdisciplinary learning. The Health Sciences campus also houses programs in medicine, dental medicine, and nursing. Faculty and students benefit from robust interprofessional education opportunities, cross-disciplinary partnerships, and a strong culture of teamwork that supports professional development and meaningful community engagement. A health sciences library is located within the same building and includes a dedicated librarian who supports faculty and students in scholarly work. Adjacent to the Health Sciences campus is the East Carolina University (ECU) Health Medical Center, a 974-bed Level I trauma center that provides numerous opportunities for clinical collaboration.
East Carolina University is the fourth largest of the 16 institutions within the University of North Carolina system and enrolls approximately 29,000 students. The university is a major employer in Greenville, North Carolina (population approximately 95,000). Greenville is located about 90 miles east of the Research Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill) and 90 miles west of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.
Job Duties:
East Carolina University invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track, Assistant/Associate Professor position. Primary duties will include: (1) teaching graduate courses, (2) engaging in research and funding opportunities, (3) advising graduate students in research, and (4) serving the university and profession.
Minimum Education/Experience:
Occupational therapist with an earned doctoral degree in occupational therapy or a related field (PhD, ScD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, OTD, DrOT). All but dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered. ABD candidates will be appointed with the probationary term rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to their first reappointment.
Three years of clinical experience in occupational therapy
History of scholarly activities in area of expertise
Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice as an occupational therapist in North Carolina
Preferred Education and Experience:
3 years of full-time clinical experience in occupational therapy
Graduate teaching experience in occupational therapy
Experience working in academia
Experience in mentoring occupational therapy graduate students in research projects
History of publication
Required Documents:
Curriculum vitae/Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
Special Instructions to Applicants (such as supplemental documentation and method of delivery:
Candidates should submit a candidate profile, curriculum vitae/resume, cover letter, and list of three references including contact information online.