Instructor, Occupational Therapy

Salary/Position Classification

• $74,000+ annual, Exempt
• This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus.

Purpose of Position

The University of North Dakota has one full-time faculty position available in the Teaching Faculty Title in the Department of Occupational Therapy. The faculty member is responsible for supporting the teaching and service missions of the department as designated in collaboration with the department chair. The Instructor is responsible for providing effective learning experiences for students with diverse interests, abilities and expectations. The faculty member will be appointed to the pre-OT program where they will recruit, advise, and teach students. The faculty member will also teach in their area of expertise in the OTD program. In addition, faculty are expected to be involved in activities that support individuals and/or groups in the institution, university system, professional associations, or external communities at the local, state, regional, national or international levels. The Instructor is evaluated annually by the department chairperson.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and instruct specific course content in the pre-OT program and the OTD program as assigned by the department chair each academic year. This includes developing assignments, course materials, handouts, and course grading.
• Refer discipline concerns to assigned course director and/or department chair. Maintain office/discipline/division records as required by the Department, SMHS and University.
• Conduct all classes in accordance with an established and current course syllabus and approved textbook (and/or related instructional material). Participate in textbook adoption and review as requested
• Advise students in the pre-occupational therapy program
• Engage in student recruitment activities.
• Engage in departmental service.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, engaging in professional development activities, and networking with colleagues.
• Document engagement in life-long learning in the areas including (but not limited to) higher education, student-centered learning, occupational therapy best practice, and teaching/learning technology. Maintain a faculty development plan demonstrating progress on effectiveness of teaching.
• Participate in scheduled faculty mentoring activities each semester. Maintain regular documented contact with assigned mentor.
• Attend and participate in scheduled department meetings as requested by department chair.
• Use the appropriate policies and procedures to resolve and document student complaints, concerns, and problems.
• Faculty are expected to be active in and support national and state professional/academic organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Department Chairperson, Dean, or University Administrators. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Must possess appropriate documented academic and experiential qualifications and backgrounds necessary to meet curriculum design, content delivery, program evaluation and the mission of the University/OT Department.
• Must obtain and hold appropriate state licensure for professional practice (when licensure is applicable for discipline)
• Must hold a minimum of a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Maintain a high level of professional ethics as outlined by AOTA and the University.
• Ensure knowledge of and compliance with ADA requirements within classes assigned.
• Must have strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of strong team skills suitable for team teaching and collaboration

Minimum Requirements

• Earned master’s degree. Individual must earn a PhD, or EdD within seven years of hire. Individuals eligible for employee tuition assistance.
• Entry level degree in Occupational Therapy (master’s or entry-level doctorate)
• 3 years of practice experience
• OT Licensure or ability to become licensed in ND
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience with evidence of three or more semesters of teaching
• Focused practice in one of the following areas for a year:
  • Experience in pediatric practice
  • Experience in neuromusculoskeletal
  • Experience in orthoses and modalities
• Experience in mental functions
• Experience with concept-based teaching

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 03/03/2026 and include the following materials:
1) Letter of application that includes a copy of current licensure and information on past state
licensure
2) Current curriculum vita
3) Teaching statement
4) Contact information for three professional references (name, address, and phone number)

Position is open until filled.