Assistant or Associate Professor Clinical-Track of Occupational Therapy

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of **Assistant or Associate Clinical-Track Professor** for the **Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program**. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. **Tarleton State University** continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in **Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco**, along with a robust **online** community that extends our reach even further.* 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.* Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.* Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.* Provide academic support and mentorship to students through office hours, guidance on assignments, and advising doctoral-level capstone projects.* Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.* Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.* Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.* Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.* Serve on Program, Department, School, Division or University committees and participate in institutional service roles, including student/faculty recruitment and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.* Participate in curriculum design, interdisciplinary and intradisciplinary planning, program evaluation, accreditation responsibilities, and holistic application review.* Maintain and monitor lab spaces, and collaborate and monitor clinical services onsite and within community, as appropriate.* Demonstrate a commitment towards building an accessible scholarly environment.* 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.* Minimum 3-5 years clinical experience.* Previous teaching experience for an ACOTE accredited occupational therapy education program. However, Occupational Therapists new to academia are encouraged to apply. They will have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment with active and supportive mentoring and faculty development training.* Experience in rural care.* Record of scholarly activities/research line and maintenance of credentials.* Evidence in responsiveness to current trends in occupational therapy practice and/or education and evidence of professional service at local, state and/or national level.* 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* Unofficial transcripts + Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.* Philosophy Statement* Philosophy Statement related to TeachingFounded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, #J-18808-Ljbffr