Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Assistant/Associate Professor_Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, us, 79430
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
Details
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 Basis: Monthly
Work Location: Lubbock
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
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
Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
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.
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:
Health Plans
+ Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
Paid Time Off
– Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
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.
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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
Details
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 Basis: Monthly
Work Location: Lubbock
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
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
Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
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.
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:
Health Plans
+ Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
Paid Time Off
– Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
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.
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