Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy

Location

Hickory, North Carolina

Full‑time, nine‑month, non‑tenure track position in the College of Health Sciences at Lenoir‑Rhyne University. The role supports the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program with an anticipated start date of August 2026.

This full‑time faculty member will teach graduate‑level courses and labs, coordinate Level I fieldwork, and contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement aligned with professional standards set by ACOTE. The successful candidate will maintain regular on‑campus presence at the Hickory campus and will meet the faculty duties expectations, including service to the program, college, and university.

• Teach graduate‑level courses and laboratory components in the M.S. program.
• Coordinate Level I fieldwork in collaboration with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator.
• Assist with curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain regular in‑person office hours on the Hickory campus.
• Contribute to program, college, and university service.
• Collaborate with the Graduate Admissions Office to support student recruitment and enrollment initiatives.
• Engage in scholarly and professional activities consistent with faculty expectations.

• Terminal degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Board‑certified occupational therapist in good standing.
• Demonstrated ability to teach graduate courses.
• Ability to maintain regular on‑campus presence at the Hickory campus.
• Commitment to maintaining regular office hours and fulfilling service responsibilities on site.
• For fall 2026 hire eligibility, official confirmation of successful dissertation defense must be submitted by July 31, 2026 (if ABD).

• Experience teaching occupational therapy courses at the university level.
• Clinical experience providing occupational therapy services in educational, clinical, or community settings.
• Evidence of scholarly or professional engagement in the field of occupational therapy.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive, student‑centered learning environment.

Lenoir‑Rhyne University offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary details will be provided to qualified candidates during the interview process.

Lenoir‑Rhyne University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including sex stereotypes and characteristics), ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, or any other protected characteristic.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.