Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Job Title : Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Location : MGA Cochran

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 292554

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Department Information

The Department of Rehabilitation Science & Fitness is dedicated to the scholastic development of our students as we seek to promote respect, ethical behavior, passion for advocacy, and professionalism in future rehabilitation practitioners. We prepare our graduates to effectively serve the needs of the community, individuals with disabilities, and other human service populations as leaders in the field of rehabilitation science and fitness

Job Summary

The Department of Rehabilitation Science and Fitness within the School of Health and Natural Sciences at Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is seeking candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy. This position will support the hybrid format Master's in Occupational Therapy Bridge Program.

Responsibilities

This position involves teaching, advising, scholarship, and service to the institution and community. Responsibilities may include day / and or evening classes, online classes, weekend classes, course development and program planning / evaluation, as well as committee work as assigned. Some travel will be required.

Required Qualifications

Required Educational Qualifications

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field

Required Experience

3 years clinical / field experience

Experience with online / distance education

Other Required Qualifications

Currently hold an Occupational Therapist license in the state of Georgia or eligible for licensure in Georgia

Initial NBCOT Certification

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field.

Preferred Experience

Prior successful teaching experience.

Interest in and experience to support course development.

Clinical experience in a combination of the following areas : geriatrics, pediatrics, mental health, PAMs, assistive technology.

Required Documents to Attach

• Letter of interest including a statement of teaching philosophy
• Curriculum vitae indicating ability to teach at least 2-3 areas from the list specified in the preferred qualifications
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• Licensure and NBCOT verification
• Name and contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent : CORE VALUES : Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 877.251.2644. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

Applications accepted until position filled.

This is a full-time, 10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include :

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.