Assistant Professor of Practice & Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services Director

cal Education Services Director State Role Title: N/A Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Faculty Position Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies Department: 100720 - Department of Health Professions Pay Band: N/A Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience Specify Range or Amount: Is this a JMU only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? No Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No Beginning Review Date: 12/10/2026 About JMU: Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.

Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world. Who We Are Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff.

The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty. JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research. General Information: The Department of Health Professions in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) at James Madison University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Occupational Therapy Program.

This 12-month renewable term appointment begins July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will serve as Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) while also functioning as core faculty, with responsibilities that include teaching, advising graduate students, supervising research, and coordinating admissions. The Occupational Therapy Program is ACOTE-accredited and maintains a 100% NBCOT pass rate. The position offers opportunities for collaboration across Health Professions programs and throughout the College.

The successful candidate will join a highly engaged faculty at a nationally recognized public university. CHBS is committed to fostering a welcoming, innovative environment that supports excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service while promoting collaboration, belonging, and meaningful community impact. Learn more about CHBS at: https://www.jmu.edu/chbs/join-chbs/index.shtml.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will: 1. Serve as core faculty teaching graduate courses in an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy program. 2. Serve as the Director to JMU’s Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES). 3. Advise graduate students. 4.

Mentor graduate student research and, where appropriate, disseminate student work. 5. Serve as the admissions coordinator. 6. Participate in community-based outreach and training programs in areas of expertise. 7. Participate in service at the departmental, college, university, and professional levels. 8.

Assist in ongoing curricular development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Master's degree in Occupational Therapy. 2. Current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist. 3. Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Virginia, or eligible for Virginia licensure with the requirement to obtain by August 10, 2027. 4.

Commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based teaching practices. 5. Evidence of ongoing professional development. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1. Doctoral degree awarded by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency. 2.

Strong record of scholarly experience. 3. Evidence of professional service. 4. Special consideration will be given to applicants with clinical expertise in adult practice and rehabilitation. 5. Evidence of an active scholarly agenda.

Additional Posting Information: Applicants must submit: (1) faculty profile, (2) cover letter addressing teaching, leadership, and scholarship experience, (3) leadership philosophy (uploaded under "Other Document #1"), (4) teaching philosophy, (5) curriculum vitae, and (6) contact information for three professional references. JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG. Conditions of Employment: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

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