Master of Science in Occupational Therapy - Assistant or Associate Professor - McDaniel College

Job Description:

McDaniel College Graduate and Professional Studies invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty member to join a dynamic team for a developing Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Program scheduled to launch in summer 2026. This position will begin as early as July 2025 and will remain open until it is filled.

This position is a full-time, tenure-track faculty role which requires teaching, clinical supervision, academic advising, scholarship, service and other responsibilities that contribute to the development and enhancement of the MSOT program. The faculty member will collaborate with other program faculty and administration to contribute to the continued growth and success of the MSOT program and to prepare students to serve in a variety of practice settings.

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy is a new program that is part of the College's strategic direction to develop programs in the health professions. In addition to the MSOT program, McDaniel is developing programs in nursing and Speech-Language Pathology.

Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy or academic doctoral degree in a foundational discipline related to Occupational Therapy. Applicants who are enrolled in a doctoral program or ABD can be considered.
• Proficiency in assessment and intervention across various practice areas (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, neurology, mental health, rehabilitation, hand therapy).
• Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current license or eligible for license to practice in the state of Maryland.
• Valid driver's license with two or less points.
• Three (3) years minimum of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist.
• Full or part-time teaching experience in occupational therapy education highly desired.
• Experience in teaching, developing curriculum and knowledge of instructional design for OT education
• Candidates must comply with all related federal, state, and local regulatory guidelines including, but not limited to, FERPA and Title IX.

Additional Information:

McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran's status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please click the APPLY NOW button below.

Applications must be submitted via this online process to be considered. Applications must include the following in the order presented (pdfs are preferred):

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy

At the time of application, letters of reference are encouraged but not required. All complete applications with or without reference letters will be reviewed. For candidates who are short-listed for on-campus interviews, three letters of reference will then be solicited.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.