Assistant Professor - Cochran, United States - Middle Georgia State University

Description

Assistant Professor & Academic Fieldwork Coordinator - Master Of Science In Occupational Therapy (Cochran Campus)

Job ID269174
Location
MGA Cochran
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular

About Us
Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Department Information
The Department of Rehabilitation Science & Fitness is dedicated to the scholastic development of our students as we seek to promote respect, ethical behavior, passion for advocacy, and professionalism in future rehabilitation practitioners. We prepare our graduates to effectively serve the needs of the community, individuals with disabilities, and other human service populations as leaders in the field of rehabilitation science.

Job Summary
The Department of Rehabilitation Science within the School of Health and Natural Sciences at Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is seeking candidates to serve as an Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy and as the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator. This 12-month, tenure-track position will support the newly developed hybrid format Master¿s in Occupational Therapy Bridge Program and reports to the Chair of Rehabilitation Science.

Responsibilities
This position involves teaching, advising, scholarship, and service to the institution and community as well as oversight of the MSOT Fieldwork Program. Responsibilities may include day/and or evening classes, online classes, weekend classes, course development and program planning/evaluation, fieldwork placements, relationship building and contract facilitation, as well as committee work as assigned. Some travel will be required.

Required Qualifications
Required Educational Qualifications

Master¿s Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field

Required Experience

3 years clinical/field experience

Other Required Qualifications

Currently hold an Occupational Therapist license in the state of Georgia or eligible for immediate licensure in Georgia
Initial NBCOT Certification
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Experience with online/distance education.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications

Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field.

Preferred Experience

Prior successful teaching experience.
Interest in and experience to support course development.
Clinical experience in a combination of the following areas: adult rehabilitation, mental health, and assistive technology.