Assistant or Associate Professor/Clinical Professor for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Summary:

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor/Clinical Professor for the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program with practice mastery in physical rehabilitation. This is a full-time tenure-track or clinical-track, 12-month position with a start date of July 1, 2025.

The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. All courses will take place on campus in Grand Junction, CO. Scholarship in the discipline, involvement with advising, and service to the department and profession are expected.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Develop and coordinate course design and delivery while teaching within the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program.  

Participate in the evaluation of didactic and clinical curriculum.

Participate in the admissions process and the applicant screening process. 

Provide student academic advising and evaluation.

Assist the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator in clinical preceptor/site recruitment, development, and retention.

Participate in ACOTE accreditation processes and program/University assessment.

Complete professional development activities and service to the University and community.

Initiate a well-defined, ongoing scholarly agenda in the area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Occupational Therapist with the following: 

• Master's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program, or entry-level Doctoral degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.  

All candidates should possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and computer skills.

Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-professional OTD/DOT degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program. 

• Must have had initial certification as an OTR/L through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). 

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Colorado.  

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience. 

OR

• An earned academic doctoral degree in an appropriate discipline (PhD or EdD). 

• Clinical experience in physical rehabilitation.

• Previous academic teaching experience. 

• Clinical teaching in physical rehabilitation (i.e. Fieldwork II).

• Previous research experience.

• Evidence of scholarship (presentations, articles, posters, etc.). 

• Active in community service and participation/leadership in local, regional, or national occupational therapy associations.

Salary: $85,000.00 - 95,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Department: Colorado Mesa University

Employment Type: Faculty

HOW TO APPLY

Link: https://coloradomesa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1239?c=coloradomesa

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 2/16/2025.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Jennifer Fortuna, jfortuna@coloradomesa.edu

ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado’s largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it’s a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.

At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they’ll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.

The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won’t have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.