Professor, Occupational Therapy

Professor, Occupational Therapy
School of Health Sciences

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), invites applications for a Full time 9, position to develop curriculum and teach in the Department of Occupational Therapy, beginning August 2025 St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating the hearts and minds of a diverse student body deeply committed to social justice. The successful candidate is responsible for planning, developing, and teaching the curriculum, helping to establish fieldwork and capstone sites and working with the program director to assist in the development of the program. Additional responsibilities include assisting with recruitment and admissions processes; advising students; developing coursework, providing service to the department, college and community as strategically planned and appointed; participating in scholarly endeavors and other duties as assigned by the OT Program Director. St. Edward's University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.

For consideration, we are seeking candidates who meet the following criteria:
• Full-time core faculty teaching in OTD programs must hold a doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized regional accrediting body. The doctoral degree is not limited to a doctorate in occupational therapy.
• Must be licensed as an occupational therapist in Texas.
• A minimum of 1 year of full-time teaching experience at the college/university level.
• A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
Experience in scholarly activity preferred.
Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have the interest and ability or p potential to teach various undergraduate courses and support a diverse student body.
• Responsible for regulatory and policy compliance as it applies to the position.
• Communicates between the academic institution and clinical Education Sites
• Assist in the recruitment of clinical educational experiences, and helps the program maintain relationships with existing sites
• Communicates with appropriate stakeholders (e.g., clinical education sites/facilities, faculty, and students) to maintain current with policies and practices of the educational program, the clinical education sites, and any potential health care changes affecting clinical practice and education
• Advises and provides guidance and support as required to problem solve and discuss pertinent issues with students.
• There may be additional support requested over summer semesters as needed
• Other duties as assigned, trained and qualified to do.

The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package! An overview of St.
Edward's University employee benefits is available at; https://www.stedwards.edu/humanresources/
benefits-summary
Medical & Rx Coverage – BlueCross and BlueShield (HSA & FSA Available)
Dental – MetLife Dental
Vision – MetLife Vision Plan
Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave
Retirement Plan – (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%
Tuition Benefits
Paid Holidays
Services & Discounts

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should apply online at https://stedwards.applicantpro.com. Application packages
should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names, and contact information for three
references, as well as a statement describing your approach to teaching and your approach to
working on clinical and capstone projects with graduate students.

In addition, all applications must include a statement on how they would integrate the University's Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement s