Adjunct Professor - OTD

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Hiring Manager

Title:

Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs (Health Sciences)

College:
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Position Type:
Faculty

Grade:
Adjunct

FLSA:
Exempt

Faculty Rank:
Adjunct Faculty

This position provides a benefits package that includes:
Eligibility to contribute toward the 403(b) plan, and various fringe benefits (discounts on everyday goods and services, entertainment/dining discounts, etc.), and state benefits such as NJ Sick Leave and State Short Term Disability benefits.

Status:
Part-Time

Months Worked:
No Response

Fairleigh Dickinson University’s School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is currently seeking adjunct professors to teach graduate‑level courses within the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. The selected candidate will teach courses covering occupational therapy concepts, advocacy, healthcare management, pediatric rehabilitation, and/or adult rehabilitation. The selected candidate will be responsible for assessing student performance and providing feedback on course assignments.

The classes will be held during the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. Classes meet in person on weekdays and span either 12‑ or 15‑week semesters. The overall commitment entails three hours of teaching per week, along with availability for office hours.

• A doctoral degree in occupational therapy or a related major awarded by an institution accredited by a USDE‑recognized regional accrediting body.
• At least two years of clinical experience in the field of OT. Clinical experience in physical rehabilitation, hand therapy, neurorehabilitation, geriatrics, and/or homecare is preferred.
• Initially certified by NBCOT and be eligible for OT licensure in New Jersey.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to adapt teaching to various learning styles and levels of learners is highly desirable.
• Prior teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.