Occupational Therapy-Faculty

The Department of Occupational Therapy has a well-established entry-level Master of Science in Occupational Therapy ( MSOT) program and an entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy ( OTD) program. The MSOT and OTD programs run concurrently and jointly admit a total of 26 students annually. All 26 students are admitted at the master's level. At the end of the second semester, approximately 1/3 of the MSOT cohort are admitted into the entry-level OTD program after mentorship and advising.

Within the Department are 5 dedicated teaching and research labs, totaling 4,600 sq. ft. stocked with supplies and state-of-the-art equipment. Advanced technology (i.e., 3D printing, classroom video capture, virtual reality lab, fully integrated video management system) is available to support innovative instruction. The Department also has the pro-bono Student Run Clinic where MSOT and OTD students evaluate and treat clients as a part of their coursework.

The Department is part of the largest College of Allied Health Sciences in North Carolina which includes communication sciences and disorders, physical therapy, and physician assistant programs, among others, supporting a variety of interprofessional education opportunities. In addition, a health science library is located within the same building and includes a librarian dedicated to supporting our program in scholarly work. Adjacent to the health sciences campus is East Carolina University ( ECU) Health Medical Center, a 974-bed, level-1 trauma center which offers multiple opportunities to partner with clinicians.

East Carolina University is one of the largest of the 17 universities of the University of North Carolina system. East Carolina University has approximately 27,000 students and is a major employer in Greenville, North Carolina (population of 90,000). Greenville is 90 miles east of the Research Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, & Chapel Hill) and 90 miles west of the beautiful Crystal Coast.

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.

Contingent upon available funding

Occupational therapist with an earned post-professional 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

Graduate teaching experience in occupational therapy

Experience in working in academia

Experience in mentoring occupational therapy graduate students in research projects

Established research agenda with a history of publication

Ability to teach adult, foundational, and/or management contents

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:

* Curriculum Vitae

* Letter of Interest

* List of Three References (noting contact information)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.