Lecturer I (OYA) Occupational Therapy CoHP 2025-2026

The Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) seeks a dynamic and dedicated individual for a one-year faculty appointment. This position is a non-tenure track role intended to support the department's teaching, service, and student engagement activities for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach doctorate-level courses in the Occupational Therapy program in accordance with departmental and accreditation standards.
• Mentor and advise occupational therapy students on academic, professional, and clinical matters.
• Participate in departmental meetings, accreditation activities, and ongoing program assessment.
• Contribute to interprofessional education and collaborative initiatives within the College of Health Professions.
• Support and uphold the mission and vision of UTRGV and the Department of Occupational Therapy.

The Department of Occupational Therapy at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) seek applicants for a non-tenure, part-time lecturer in its entry level Occupational Therapy Doctorate program for the 2025 summer term. UTRGV faculty will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to student success and to advancing the university, college, and program missions.

About UTRGV:

UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.

Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.

UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit our UTRGV website.

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, Ed.D.) or post professional doctorate (e.g. OTD) in occupational therapy from an accredited institution. Licensed or license eligible as an occupational therapist in the state of Texas. Three (3) or more years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Preferred Qualification

Demonstrated ability to teach or present in academic or professional settings.

Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience License or Certification Required? Yes Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 09/01/2025