Adjunct Faculty, Occupational Therapy

Adjunct Faculty, Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Adjunct Instructor

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Title: Adjunct Faculty, Occupational Therapy

Position Number: 250070

Unit/Department: Occupational Therapy

Salary: Per credit hour

Department Summary:

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) is proud to prepare today's learners to be tomorrow's healthcare leaders. Our graduates enjoy success and leadership in professional fields that offer enormous opportunities and have a tremendous impact on people's lives.

CPHS offers a range of undergraduate and professional degree programs, including a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with majors in Clinical & Medical Sciences, Public Health, and Health Care Administration; Master's in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP); Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD); Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD); and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN). Learn more about the College at: drake/cphs/.

Since its establishment in 2015 and accreditation in 2016, the Drake University Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program has enjoyed continued success each year. The highest ranked OT education program in the State of Iowa for 2024 and 2025 (U.S. News and World Report), the program is excited to provide this opportunity for an outstanding individual to join a growing program and shape its direction and development.

Job Summary:

Drake University's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position in Occupational Therapy to teach a 3-credit hour professional course (lecture and labs) in neuroscience for fall semester 2025. Duties include design, planning and delivery of classes, evaluation of student performance/skills, assign grades, and periodic interactions with students outside of the classroom to discuss student progress. Instructor will also have regular contact with assigned lab assistant who will support teaching and learning in lab sections for the course, as well as a supervising full-time Occupational Therapy faculty member.

This Adjunct Faculty of Occupational Therapy at Drake University will be a part-time, non-tenure track position for fall 2025 semester. The adjunct faculty member will plan and teach a foundation course for understanding how the central and peripheral nervous systems support function and participation in human engagement in occupation. Ongoing responsibilities include classroom preparation and teaching, grading, and completion of any lab tasks required by the course.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Prepare and present classroom materials, activities and examinations in assigned courses Monitor and maintain records of student progress in assigned courses

Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicant must be an NBCOT certified occupational therapist, with a master's degree in occupational therapy or higher, and be licensed in Iowa by the time the appointment begins. General knowledge and expertise in common clinical conditions treated by occupational therapists, evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning and critical analysis are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants with a minimum of 5 years' experience in acute care, home health or physical rehabilitation are preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please complete the online application and submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, a statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three references. Do not attach additional documents at this time. Supplemental documents may be requested or required of semi-finalists and finalists.

Have Questions?

Questions about this position can be directed to the OTD Program Director, Leslie Jackson, at leslie.jacksondrake.

Questions about the application process, working at Drake, spouse/partner support, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources at jobsdrake.

All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Review of Applications Begins:

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant's references, education, and, if applicable, experience.

About Drake:

Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus communityfaculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.

All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University's core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Drake:

At Drake University, we don't just accept differenceswe celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. In fact, the celebration of diversity and inclusion are embedded in our . .

We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you are a member of a socially or historically underrepresented or marginalized group or you have actively demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage you to apply. If you are a member of one of the equity groups identified by applicable law, we encourage you to self-identify, w requested in our online application system.

Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: ...; e: jobsdrake) and let us know how we can assist you.

At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.