Lecturer I (OYA) Occupational Therapy CoHP 2025-2026

Title Information Faculty TitleLecturer I Job Class Code00050 Job CodeF FLSAExempt Position Information Posting NumberPTFRGV0927 Working TitleLecturer I (OYA) Occupational Therapy CoHP 2025-2026 LocationRio Grande Valley Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position1 year Tenure StatusNon Tenure Track FTE1 Scope of Job 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. TheDepartment of Occupational Therapyat 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. SalaryCommensurate with qualifications and experience License or Certification Required?Yes Number of Vacancies1 Desired Start Date09/01/2025 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Open Date05/20/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; conviction verification conducted on applicant selected. Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position mayrequire presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work isperformed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System ofTexas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Please Note Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Quick Link Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + List of 3 References + Letter of Interest + Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents + Certifications and Licenses + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Writing / Publication Sample + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Multi Media + Training Certificates + Other Document + Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3