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Applications are now being accepted for a full-time, twelve-month faculty member for the Occupational Therapy Department, School of Health Sciences, at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion, SD. Prospective applicants should demonstrate expertise in adult rehabilitation, upper extremity rehabilitation and orthotics, productive aging, and/or healthcare management and understand pathophysiology and biomechanics. Research experience is preferred. Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor is dependent on qualifications and experience. Faculty rank and tenure status are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

Responsibilities will include teaching in the candidate’s area(s) of expertise in a manner consistent with the department’s curriculum philosophy and design, service as assigned/appointed, advising students in professional and academic progression through the program, and mentoring students in faculty-led research and the OTD capstone project. The candidate is expected to fulfill the tripartite academic role of educator-scholar-citizen.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

· Earned doctoral degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized regional accrediting body

· Eligible for OT licensure in South Dakota

· The successful candidate will be required to engage in substantial research leading toward national significance in alignment with scholarly productivity guidelines

· Documented expertise in adult rehabilitation and/or healthcare management and have a strong background in pathophysiology and biomechanics

Preferred Qualifications:

· Teaching and/or research experience