Assistant​/Associate Professor of OTD

About the Job

George Fox University announces an 11‑month, tenure‑track faculty position in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. This full‑time faculty member will support the new program and be responsible for developing, teaching, and maintaining curriculum under the Program Director’s guidance.

• Serving as an academic advisor and student capstone mentor.
• Teaching content related to research methodology and mentoring students on scholarly projects.
• Engaging in collaborative scholarship and service activities that address the medical and/or healthcare needs of the regional community.
• Contributing to committee service within the program, department, university, and the profession.
• Collaborating with the Doctoral Capstone Coordinator and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to optimize capstone and fieldwork components within courses.
• Demonstrating ongoing scholarly achievement and research expertise through publication, presentation, grants, leadership, and/or service‑related activities.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with employees, students, and the public in a spirit of teamwork, respect, and customer service.
• Being a Christian role model to students through conduct, words, and lifestyle.
• Demonstrating cross‑cultural experience and respect, appreciation, and humility.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Current Oregon state licensure as an occupational therapist or eligibility for OT licensure in Oregon.
• A terminal degree in the appropriate area of specialization.
• Interest in working at a university committed to quality higher education in the health sciences.
• A commitment to the University’s theology of racial and ethnic diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees representing various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a public expression of Christian testimony in a church. Employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

• At least one year of clinical experience as a registered occupational therapist (OTR).
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, accreditation processes, curriculum development, and program evaluation, with a strong record of supporting excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience may be considered for Associate Professor rank. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

• Primary work location:
  Newberg Campus.
• Work period: 11 months (August 15 through July 14).
• Working conditions:
  
  Physical requirements similar to those of teaching and clinical environments.
• Supervisor: OTD Program Director.

• Apply through the Careers at George Fox University webpage.
• Submit the following documents:
  Letter of Interest, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, three professional references, and a Faith and Learning Essay.

The university is an equal‑opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. The policy applies to the recruiting and hiring process and all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university’s faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Employment opportunities are available to all persons on the basis of experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups to increase diversity. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications as they relate to the position’s needs.

Contact georgefoxcareers for questions or assistance with the application process.