Assistant Clinical Professor (NTT)

Assistant Clinical Professor (NTT)

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:

The University of the Pacific, School of Health Sciences is invites
qualified applicants to apply for the full-time, core faculty,
11-month, non-tenure-track position in the Entry-Level OTD program
at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor rank (depending on
qualifications and academic experience).

Teaching OTD program content in both didactic and clinical,
advising students, participation in simulation, curriculum
development, interprofessional education, assisting with student
and part-time faculty orientation, and accreditation preparation
activities. Faculty are expected to attend program, curriculum, and
other campus committee meetings. Other responsibilities may include
contacting clinical agencies, orienting and evaluating part-time
faculty and interviewing prospective students.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and
staff.The Doctoral OT Program is based on the biopsychosocial
philosophy. Teaching is the primary focus at the University. We
aspire to promote student learning within a humanistic environment
that facilitates student success to be competent self-directed
learners. The role of the instructional faculty within the OTD
Program at University of the Pacific is to provide instruction and
develop courses as assigned in areas of knowledge and expertise.The
successful faculty candidate will be part of a highly motivated,
cohesive faculty of experienced educators working as an
interdisciplinary team to deliver a forward-thinking OTD curriculum
designed to meet the 2023 ACOTE Accreditation Standards.The
successful candidate will work in collaboration with other OTD
faculty members within the program to provide expertise and
contribute to a collaborative working environment. This position
will report directly to the OTD Program Director.

Job Description and Responsibilities Include:

• Teach or co-teach online, hybrid, or online courses in areas of

expertise using innovative teaching modalities.

• Create or co-create online, hybrid, or in-person course content

and materials in areas of expertise using innovative teaching
modalities, including but not limited to:

• Course syllabus, reading assignments, lectures, assessments,

assignments.

• Outlines and scripts for videos, voice-over presentations,

podcasts, and similar.

• Provide academic advising and professional mentorship.
• Create a student-centered learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and
staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (PP-OTD, PhD, EdD) from an accredited

university with experience in curriculum development, research and
supervision of graduate projects required.

• Initial certification by NBCOT (The National Board for

Certification in Occupational Therapy) as an OTR (Registered
Occupational Therapist) required.

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of

California required by the California Board of Occupational Therapy
(CBOT).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years clinical experience
• Active member of the American Occupational Therapy

Association.

• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,

and inclusion in a university setting.

• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices

and knowledge in their work.

• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse

backgrounds and cultures.

• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,

and inclusion in a university setting.

• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices

and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative but not
definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:Schedule is dependent on the
course and department needs.

Special Instructions:

To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32684

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