What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor-School of Occupational Therapy position at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences?
Description
Recruitment Period: 01/27/2025 - Until Filled
Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Salary Information:
Assistant Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$91,700-Annual Maximum Salary-$154,000
Associate Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$105,400-Annual Maximum Salary-$177,100
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pro-rated based on hours/week.
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest.
The University currently offers the degrees of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Arts in Medical Science, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually with plans to develop other programs and/or colleges. Interprofessional education partnerships with other universities adds another 100 students to the population. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five state region.
PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/.
General Summary:
The Assistant or Associate Professor for the developing Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program will be responsible for teaching in the MSOT curriculum, fulfilling a scholarly agenda, and participating in professional, university and community-based service.
Essential Job Functions:
Scholarship of Teaching
• Developing course materials in specialized area of expertise including writing course syllabi and developing appropriate instructional methods
• Teaching courses assigned in content area of expertise and meeting program standards for student and peer evaluations
• Developing and administering student assessments including exams, quizzes, and assignments, as appropriate
• Enhancing expertise in teaching content areas through continuing education, practice, and using current literature in teaching content
• Participating in ongoing curriculum and program assessment
• Meeting all classes as scheduled; reporting final grades at the designated time; having an appropriate number of office hours
• Maintaining licensure and certification as appropriate
University-wide Essential Functions
• Advising students
• Assisting in the recruitment and admissions of students
• Attending school/college events including student orientation and commencement exercises
• Performing committee assignments at the school/college and university level
• Performing community service
• May be required to maintain clinical practice as appropriate
Professional Growth, Scholarly, and Creative Activities
• Engaging in scholarly activity and maintaining an active research agenda related to job function and area of expertise
• Supervise and mentor student research
• Maintaining professional development in area of research
University-wide Essential Functions
• Understands accreditation standards and expectations specific to the department and adheres to policies and procedures to meet or exceed such standards
• Conducts self appropriately and consistently in accordance with the philosophy and mission of PNWU.
• Other duties as assigned (perform and report on any other reassigned duties for the program)
Requirements
Education:
• Required:
• Earned doctoral degree or OT Master’s degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a regional accrediting body
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE)
• Licensed or eligible for OT licensure in Washington State and a minimum of 3 years of practice
• Documented expertise in area of teaching as well as delivery method
• Preferred:
• A terminal doctoral degree (post-professional doctorate, or OTD) with evidence of other professional qualifications (e.g., other specialty certification, or additional degree)
• Academic doctorate degree (PhD, EdD, DSc); ABD candidates may be considered
• Ability to relocate to Yakima, WA
Experience:
• Preferred:
• Record of service to the profession and/or community
• Prior teaching experience in an academic setting
• Prior research experience
• Prior experience in working with rural and underserved populations
• Prior experience in interprofessional education and simulation
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances; ability to collaborate and generate respect and trust from faculty, staff, and students; ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans; ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-direct workflow; ability to work with and manage different computer programs and databases; ability to schedule activities and/or meetings; and ability to use new technologies
To ensure full consideration submit:
• A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references
The job announcement above is not the full job description, but represents the job responsibilities and requirements. A full job description can be provided upon request.
PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary.
Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE):
- Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 403b with Roth Option
- Paid Holidays
For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page.
PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.
Salary : $91,700 - $177,100
