Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

Towson University:
Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Position:
The College of Health Professions invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in the Department of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science. Preferred begin date, August 2027.

Qualifications:
Earned research doctoral degree by February 28, 2028. Licensed or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in the State of Maryland; teaching experience in occupational therapy or occupational science; and active research agenda with capacity for scholarly productivity and external funding. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated awareness and clear articulation of strategies to foster an inclusive learning environment. Commitment to excellence in teaching, advising, scholarship, and service. Salary is commensurate with experience and rank; ABD candidates will be hired at the rank of instructor until doctoral degree is completed.

Candidates wishing to be considered for the rank of Associate Professor should have 6 years of experience teaching in higher education or comparable qualifications, and demonstrate a clear line of research with scholarly outcomes.

Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include Teaching: Facilitate classroom and applied learning experiences for diverse graduate professional students in occupational therapy and occupational science, advise and mentor students, and direct student research at the doctoral level. Scholarship: Conduct and disseminate research and seek external funding to support focused area of inquiry. Service: Participate in active service to the department, college, university, community, and profession.

The Department:
The vision of the Department of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science is to be a national leader in the development of occupational therapy practitioners and occupational scientists who improve the health and occupational lives of individuals, communities and populations. The department values innovative teaching, active learning experiences, community-engaged research and dynamic community partnerships. Towson University is situated within proximity to nationally renowned medical centers and healthcare resources, with many opportunities to research and support best practices in occupational therapy. The College of Health Professions’ Institute for Wellbeing offers extensive opportunities for research, community outreach and program evaluation, including the Occupational Therapy Center and the Hussman Center for Adults with Autism.

Application Process:
Review of completed application begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application that addresses the posting details and qualifications. Applications must also include: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a teaching statement that includes descriptions of teaching philosophy, practical approaches, and a list of potential course offerings, and (3) a research statement that addresses current areas of expertise and future research agenda. The names and addresses (including email addresses) of three (3) references should be provided, including at least one who can speak directly to teaching quality and experience. ABD applicants should provide evidence of doctoral progress, such as date of final defense or letter from Committee Chair.

Please note the search number for which you are applying is CHP-4017.

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Salary and Benefits

Targeted salary range: $84,000-87,000 commensurate with experience for Assistant Professor; $92,000-98,000 commensurate with experience for Associate Professor.

Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here for regular faculty/regular lecturer or here for contingent lecturer. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

Background Check:

A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

COVID-19 Statement:

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