Job Title
Assistant or Associate Professor Tenure-Track of Occupational Therapy
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Occupational Therapy Program
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Tenure-Track Professor for the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program.
This is a 10.5-month faculty appointment based on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, TX. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate.
Primary Need for 2025-2026 Academic Year
- Adult Rehab
- Pediatrics
- Mental Health
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
60% Teaching and Service:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to graduate students using transformative learning models that foster critical thinking, active learning, collaboration, and hands-on experiences.
- Develop curriculum and course syllabi in alignment with ACOTE guidelines and program goals; select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
40% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:
- Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant’s academic discipline.
Required Education and Experience:
- Completed doctoral degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting body required (or equivalent).
- Must have an active Texas state license (or be license eligible) as an Occupational Therapist and possess an initial NBCOT certification, if practicing as an Occupational Therapist.
- Minimum 3-5 years clinical experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Previous teaching experience for an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy education program.
- Experience in rural care.
Application Procedure:
Employment applications must include (required): Completed online application, Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information, Unofficial transcripts, Philosophy Statement related to Teaching, and Research – no more than 1500 words.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
