F99593 Clinical Assistant Professor Occupational Therapy

About the Role

Help prepare the next generation of occupational therapists at Northeastern State University (NSU). As a Clinical Assistant Professor, you’ll mentor future clinicians, collaborate with colleagues dedicated to student success, and contribute to an established occupational therapy program committed to excellence. This full-time, 9-month position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a mission-driven university serving Oklahoma communities.

Why NSU?

• Small class sizes and meaningful faculty-student relationships
• 100% face-to-face, hands-on instruction
• Collaborative faculty culture
• Opportunity to shape curriculum and student success

Position Details

Position: Clinical Assistant Professor
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: $83,440
Teaching Load: 24–30 credit hours annually
Location: Muskogee Campus (In Person)

Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor current and potential students
• Design, teach, and contribute to occupational therapy syllabi and coursework
• Develop and sustain excellence in teaching, including continuous learning and use of evolving content delivery methods
• Develop and sustain excellence in research consistent with ACOTE standards
• Develop and sustain knowledge of the profession, healthcare, and content areas related to assigned instructional areas
• Support the continued success of NSU’s Occupational Therapy Program through active participation in related activities, meetings, and service

Required Qualifications

• Currently licensed as an occupational therapist in Oklahoma
• Post-professional doctorate (not limited to occupational therapy)
• Minimum three years of clinical practice as a licensed occupational therapist
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Documented expertise in research
• Ongoing scholarly achievement consistent with ACOTE standards

Preferred Expertise

• Adult Practice
• Anatomy
• Neuroscience
• Technology & Fabrication
• Splint Assessment & Fabrication
• Occupational Therapy Management

Application Details

Anticipated Hire Date: 01/01/2027
Application Deadline: 09/30/2026
Note: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted. To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.

Notice to Applicants: All newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to do so will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.