Description
Full Time Open Rank Faculty Position, Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program
UT San Antonio Health Science Center, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Full Time Open Rank Faculty Position, Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program. UT Health San Antonio seeks a collaborative and student-centered faculty member to join its accredited OTD program and contribute to the continued growth and evolution of occupational therapy education. This is a full-time, 12-month faculty appointment reporting to the Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy and offers the opportunity to engage meaningfully in teaching, scholarship, and service within a supportive academic environment.
The appointment may be tenure-track, tenured, or non-tenure faculty at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor, or Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. Faculty rank, salary, and tenure status will be determined based on the successful candidate’s background and qualifications.
The selected faculty member will work collaboratively with the Department Chair to align responsibilities with program priorities and individual expertise in support of OTD program goals and outcomes. Faculty are expected to contribute to departmental, school, and institutional initiatives that advance the university’s mission and vision. Responsibilities may include a combination of teaching, research and scholarly activity, student advising and mentoring, committee and service contributions, clinical and community engagement, and or fieldwork coordination.
Responsibilities:
Duties and workload will be determined individually for each core faculty member and will constitute a combination of:
- Teaching in the classroom, laboratory, small groups and community.
- Scholarly and/or research activities that support the departmental strategic plan.
- Student advisement and mentoring related to academic coursework, professional behaviors, fieldwork education, and the doctoral capstone development and experience.
- Departmental, institutional, and professional committee service as determined by chair and faculty member.
- Participation in professional association activities, community engagement, clinical practice, and other responsibilities as determined by the Chair, with additional responsibility to participate in student recruitment and retention efforts, as well as occasional off-campus, evening, or weekend activities.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience in the field of occupational therapy (OT).
- Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in a field to support excellence in occupational therapy education
- OT Texas licensure required. Newly employed faculty members must have Texas license by first day of employment.
- Current/Active NBCOT certification.
- Documented expertise and experiences in teaching, scholarship and service within the areas assigned by department chair.
- Documented expertise and experiences as an OT Fieldwork Educator in the practice setting, including mentorship and supervision of OT students preferred.
About UT Health San Antonio:
UT San Antonio Health Science Center is the leading academic medical center serving South Texas. UT Health ranks among the top health sciences universities worldwide in receiving National Institutes of Health funding and has provided outstanding health sciences education and training since its founding in 1968. UT Health SA includes the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, School of Health Professions and School of Public Health.
In August 2024, the University of Texas (UT) System Board of Regents authorized UT System to integrate University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and UT Health SA into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university integrating academic, research, and clinical aspects. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.
About the School of Health Professions:
The School of Health Professions (SHP) seeks to make lives better through excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, service, and patient care. The School strives to educate a diverse student body to become outstanding health care practitioners, scientists, and leaders, while advancing health research and scholarship and providing health services and education to the community. The SHP offers certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral allied health programs that combine rigorous classroom instruction with clinical training across a variety of settings, ensuring broad professional exposure for students.
The Department of Occupational Therapy is housed within the School of Health Professions and supports a large research and patient care enterprise. SHP faculty practice within their respective fields, providing the most up-to-date care to patients and teaching students the latest methods and techniques while translating current research into classroom and clinical experiences. Students and faculty are known throughout Texas and the nation for their commitment to patients, excellence in education, innovation, and service, with faculty recognized for teaching, research, and scholarship and students distinguished for outstanding clinical training and dedication to community service.
About the Community:
San Antonio, Texas, is a dynamic and multicultural metropolitan area in south-central Texas, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and strong economic foundation. With a regional population of more than 2.5 million, it is one of the largest and fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country and the second-largest city in Texas. San Antonio is home to multiple Fortune 500 companies and a diverse economy anchored by healthcare and bioscience, higher education, advanced manufacturing, technology, tourism, and a steadily growing business and innovation sector. The city is internationally recognized for its Spanish missions, designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as iconic attractions such as the Alamo, the River Walk, and the Tower of the Americas. Residents and visitors enjoy major theme parks, professional sports including the five-time NBA champion San Antonio Spurs, and signature events like the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. The region also offers convenient access to nearby cities such as Austin and the Texas Hill Country, with endless opportunities for community, dining, and entertainment.
Application and Nomination Process:
All correspondence relating to the position of Full Time Open Rank Faculty Position, OTD Program at UT San Antonio Health Science Center should be directed in confidence to the University’s executive search consultant:
Jamie Marcus, Vice President
Scott Healy & Associates
A complete application should include the following:
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
- Updated CV;
- Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)
Applications received by March 16, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.
