Category: Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

Assistant Clinical Professor of the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

The Occupational Therapy Doctorate program at Rocky Mountain College invites applications for  full-time, 12-month positions at the Assistant Clinical Professor level (non-tenure-eligible).  Successful candidates will be chosen for their expertise in a variety of areas, including, but not limited to, introductory courses, neuroscience, anatomy and physiology, research methods, mental health, health and wellbeing, assistive technologies, leadership and management. Additionally, they will advise and mentor students for research and doctoral capstone experience, facilitate experiential and community-based components of the OTD curriculum, and participate in program and institutional committees and other service activities that support the mission of the college. With a practitioner-educator emphasis, position responsibilities prioritize teaching and advising students and fostering community connections. There may be additional opportunities for capstone and fieldwork supervision. A full-time position at Rocky Mountain College is defined as twenty-four (24) semester hours of course instruction or the equivalent (which may include research and advising) during the academic year. The program director will determine the breakdown of teaching, research, and advising, in line with the needs of the program and the college.

Successful candidates will support and carry out the mission of the college as well as demonstrate a commitment to developing and enhancing a culture of rigor, excellence, and achievement. Occupational therapy practitioners interested in moving into the academic field are welcome, but the ability to understand the challenges and adjustments required in moving from one context to the other is required. Such practitioners should be eligible for and acquire a license in the state of Montana. A PhD in Occupational Therapy is preferred, but other doctorate-level degrees will be considered. This position begins no later than July 1, 2025, although an earlier start date may be possible. Salary begins in the high-$80,000s and is commensurate with experience.

The college is dedicated to academic excellence and transformational learning. Information about Rocky Mountain College can be found on the program website or via Human Resources at humanresources@rocky.edu. Specific questions should be directed to Erin Reser, Academic Vice President (erin.reser@rocky.edu), or Human Resources (humanresources@rocky.edu). This position is full-time and is eligible for benefits.  Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, long term disability, short term disability, and tuition remission. 

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the positions are filled. To apply, please submit a letter of interest that speaks to the above requirements, a current curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references via email as a single PDF to jobs@rocky.edu. Applicants must also complete a Rocky Mountain College Faculty Employment Application. If offered the position, the candidate must also successfully complete a background check before hiring.

Rocky Mountain College is an equal- opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.