Assistant Clinical Professor of Occupational Therapy

The College of Health Sciences - Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri (MU) - Columbia invites applications for a full-time, NTT, Assistant Clinical Professor position. This position will support ongoing funded research projects, help support grant applications, and teaching in the entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program. Teaching responsibility for this position will include teaching courses in the occupational therapy curriculum relevant to the individual's area of clinical experience and/or research interest/expertise. This position is grant funded. Employment is contingent upon available grant funding.

About the Department/Program
Our vision: We envision that the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri will be a globally renowned leader in occupational therapy exemplified by innovation and excellence in clinical education, service, practice and scholarship.

Our mission: The mission of the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri is to improve the health and well-being of society by assisting people to optimize their participation in everyday life occupations. We achieve this mission through the integration of:

• our professional education of clinically innovative occupational therapy practitioners prepared to meet the dynamic occupational needs of people and communities across the lifespan;
• our steadfast commitment to service to our community and our profession; our evidence-based practice; and our commitment to scholarship, discovery and clinical research to advance our profession.

The minimum qualification for this position is a PhD or equivalent research training in a field relevant to occupational therapy.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Prior experience with publication and grant writing
• Prior experience with teaching

Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the applicant.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 - $95,000, dependent upon the rank of the position offered.

Please submit your application online through the University of Missouri website at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 58723). Your application should include:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Cover letter

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For questions about the position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Timothy J. Wolf, at 573-882-8403.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.