The School of Health and Medical Sciences (SHMS) at Seton Hall University invites qualified individuals to apply for a full-time, twelve-month faculty position in the Department of Occupational Therapy beginning July 1, 2021. We are a student-centered, dynamic department with a commitment to preparing occupational therapists as servant leaders and interprofessional team members seeking to meet the needs and opportunities of a global society.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include teaching, advising and mentoring students, research, and participation in department, school and university committees as assigned. One of the objectives of the School of Health and Medical Sciences at Seton Hall University is to have a significant national presence in health science education and research. The School of Health and Medical Sciences offers opportunities for collaborative research, teaching, and grant development across a number of disciplines.
Required Qualifications:
Licensure or eligibility for New Jersey licensure and a minimum of five years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist upon hire.
Desired Qualifications:
An earned doctoral degree is preferred; those without a terminal degree will be expected to pursue a clinical or research doctorate. Graduate teaching experience and a record of research is preferred.
Exempt/Nonexempt:
Exempt
Physical Demands:
General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In response to a changing healthcare environment, the School is assuming a leadership role in offering high quality, innovative programs at the master’s and doctoral levels.
Salary and benefits are extremely competitive and include tuition remission for spouses and eligible dependents. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names, phone numbers and email addresses of three references.
The cover letter should address the applicant’s qualifications for the position and his/her philosophy for achieving specific goals regarding student mentorship, teaching and scholarship. After the initial screening, candidates may be subsequently asked to supply additional materials. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For further information about the position, contact Mara Podvey, PhD, OTR Search Committee Chair, Department of Occupational Therapy, at mara.podvey@shu.edu.
For further information about Seton Hall University, see our web page at www.shu.edu.
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.
Seton Hall University is a major Catholic university. In a diverse and collaborative environment it focuses on academic and ethical development. Seton Hall students are prepared to be leaders in their professional and community lives in a global society and are challenged by outstanding faculty, an evolving technologically advanced setting and values-centered curricula.
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