Adjunct Faculty – Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program

Adjunct Faculty Member

The Department of Occupational Therapy aventure University is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Adjunct Faculty member to teach in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program. The ideal candidate will bring clinical expertise and a passion for educating the next generation of occupational therapy professionals. This position involves teaching up to 6 credits per semester, which may include lecture, lab, or seminar courses depending on departmental needs and faculty expertise.

Examples of duties include:

• Teach graduate-level courses in the MSOT curriculum in accordance with ACOTE accreditation standards, up to 6 credit hours per semester.
• Deliver engaging and evidence-based instruction following program standards and ACOTE accreditation requirements.
• Prepare course materials, including syllabi, assignments, assessments, and instructional content.
• Maintain student records and provide timely, constructive feedback on performance.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Collaborate with full-time faculty and contribute to program-level meetings or initiatives as appropriate.
• Stay current in the field of occupational therapy and reflect contemporary practice in teaching.
• Comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and timelines.

Supplemental information:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution
• Current and active NBCOT certification and licensure (or eligibility) as an occupational therapist in New York.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the graduate level (in-person, hybrid, or online formats).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD, PhD, EdD).
• Experience teaching in an academic setting.
• Expertise in hand therapy, adult rehabilitation, prosthetics/orthotics
• Familiarity with instructional technology and online learning platforms.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Cover letter describing interest and qualifications
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Names and contact information for three professional references

St. Bonaventure University is located in the scenic Enchanted Mountain region of Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, New York, with easy access to major metropolitan areas. A close-knit and caring community guided by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity, St. Bonaventure is dedicated to academic excellence as informed by its Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. The university is committed to developing an inclusive community and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.

The university currently enrolls approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 1,000 graduate students in its schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Communication, and Health Professions. U.S. News & World Report ranks SBU in the top 15% of regional universities in the North, for both value and overall. St. Bonaventure is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference (NCAA Division I), with athletes participating in 20 sports.

Other perks include:

• Free access to campus fitness center
• Golf course membership discount
• Other National and Local discounts available