Asst. Professor, Occupational Therapy (Ihp Faculty)

Asst. Professor, Occupational Therapy (IHP Faculty)

This role is located at MGH-Institute of Health Professions located in the Charlestown Navy Yard

POSITION SUMMARY

MGH Institute of Health Professions invites applications for a 12-month, full time Assistant Professor / Associate Professor to join our Department of Occupational Therapy. This position offers the right candidate excellent opportunities to collaborate with clinical partners and interprofessional colleagues in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and the School of Nursing.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising graduate students,
• Provide service to the department, Institute, and community.
• Supervising student research,
• Teaching in our top-ranked US News World Report Entry – Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program, scholarship,

This faculty member must have expertise in care of adult clients with cognitive disabilities and/or neurological conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Clinical and didactic teaching experience of three - five years is desired. Candidates must possess an earned post professional doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD preferred) and have clinical expertise in the area of adult rehabilitation in cognitive or neurological recovery. Current occupational therapy license or eligibility for licensure in Massachusetts is required. Rank and salary commensurate with experience.

APPLICATIONS:

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please apply online through www.mghihp.edu/job-search Job ID 3235450. A cover letter including teaching philosophy and related experience, CV and the names and contact information of at least 3 references should be submitted.

ABOUT MGH INSTITUTE:

MGH Institute of Health Professions is a graduate school in Boston that provides entry-level and post-professional programs in Nursing, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and a PhD and Master of Science in Health Professions Education, have been added in recent years to meet rising demand for highly educated health care professionals, educators, and researchers. Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral degrees, master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals.

The IHP is the only degree-granting affiliate in Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private employer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Institute has been recognized multiple times by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For.” A leading health sciences educational institution, MGH Institute provides students with outstanding academic programs, many of which are ranked among the best in the nation.

The MGH Institute of Health Professions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We welcome nominations and applications from individuals who would bring diversity of experience, thought and practice to the Institute’s research, teaching and clinical missions. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.