
Doctor of Occupational Therapy Faculty Position, Open Rank
Old Dominion University🇺🇸In-Person$65K–$120K/yri2h ago
Role Snapshot
Open-rank, tenured faculty position in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program at Old Dominion University's School of Rehabilitation Sciences. This role offers the opportunity to shape occupational therapy education through innovative, occupation-centered curriculum and community-engaged learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities: Teach courses within the OTD program, mentor students, conduct scholarly research, and contribute to service initiatives aligned with expertise and interests. Faculty collaborate with community partners, participate in the interdisciplinary rehabilitation clinic, and support interprofessional education efforts.
Skills & Tools: Advanced clinical expertise in occupational therapy, strong teaching and mentoring abilities, scholarly and research competencies, and demonstrated commitment to collaborative, inclusive academic environments. Ability to engage with community partnerships and interdisciplinary teams is essential.
Qualifications: Doctoral degree in occupational therapy or related field required; evidence of clinical practice, teaching experience, and scholarly activity preferred. Applicants should demonstrate commitment to innovation, community engagement, and fostering belonging in academic settings.
Location: In-Person
Compensation: $65K–$120K/yr (estimated)
Job Description
Join Old Dominion University in Shaping the Future of Occupational Therapy!
Old Dominion University (ODU) invites applications for an open-rank, tenured , ten-month faculty appointment in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences in the Ellmer College of Health Sciences. We are seeking innovative and collaborative educator-scholars who are passionate about advancing occupational therapy education, scholarship, and service.
At ODU, the OTD program is defined by an occupation-centered curriculum designed to prepare practice scholars and leaders who will shape the future of the profession. Our approach is deeply rooted in active and engaged learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom and into the Hampton Roads community. Students learn not only from expert faculty, but also from the rich partnerships we have cultivated with community organizations, health systems, and interdisciplinary colleagues across the university.
Our state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities create an environment where simulation, collaboration, and practice thrive. Within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences, students and faculty work together in an interdisciplinary rehabilitation clinic that offers advanced patient care while also serving as a living laboratory for innovation in teaching, practice, and research. These experiences are further enriched by ODU’s commitment to interprofessional education, ensuring that our students graduate prepared to lead within diverse health and service systems.
The program is equally proud of its holistic admissions process. Our faculty and community partners are dedicated to creating a supportive, collaborative academic culture that fosters both excellence and belonging. Students graduate not only with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise, but also with a clear pathway to leadership, scholarship, and service in occupational therapy.
Located in Norfolk, Virginia, ODU is a vibrant, research-intensive, public institution with a strong tradition of innovation, inclusivity, and community engagement. The Hampton Roads region offers a unique blend of cultural diversity, coastal living, and professional opportunity that makes it an ideal place to live and work.
Faculty members contribute through teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, with responsibilities aligned to their expertise and interests. We welcome applicants with records of clinical practice, teaching, and scholarly activity, as well as those eager to contribute to the program’s continued growth and innovation.
Old Dominion University (ODU) invites applications for an open-rank, tenured , ten-month faculty appointment in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences in the Ellmer College of Health Sciences. We are seeking innovative and collaborative educator-scholars who are passionate about advancing occupational therapy education, scholarship, and service.
At ODU, the OTD program is defined by an occupation-centered curriculum designed to prepare practice scholars and leaders who will shape the future of the profession. Our approach is deeply rooted in active and engaged learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom and into the Hampton Roads community. Students learn not only from expert faculty, but also from the rich partnerships we have cultivated with community organizations, health systems, and interdisciplinary colleagues across the university.
Our state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities create an environment where simulation, collaboration, and practice thrive. Within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences, students and faculty work together in an interdisciplinary rehabilitation clinic that offers advanced patient care while also serving as a living laboratory for innovation in teaching, practice, and research. These experiences are further enriched by ODU’s commitment to interprofessional education, ensuring that our students graduate prepared to lead within diverse health and service systems.
The program is equally proud of its holistic admissions process. Our faculty and community partners are dedicated to creating a supportive, collaborative academic culture that fosters both excellence and belonging. Students graduate not only with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise, but also with a clear pathway to leadership, scholarship, and service in occupational therapy.
Located in Norfolk, Virginia, ODU is a vibrant, research-intensive, public institution with a strong tradition of innovation, inclusivity, and community engagement. The Hampton Roads region offers a unique blend of cultural diversity, coastal living, and professional opportunity that makes it an ideal place to live and work.
Faculty members contribute through teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, with responsibilities aligned to their expertise and interests. We welcome applicants with records of clinical practice, teaching, and scholarly activity, as well as those eager to contribute to the program’s continued growth and innovation.
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