Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Doctor Of Occupational Therapy Program (Nv)

Salary: $94,000.00 - $130,000.00 Annually
Location : Off Campus Remote- Mainland, HI
Job Type: Faculty - Regular Full Time
Job Number: 02221
Department: OHS/ Doctor of Occupational Therapy (NV)
Opening Date: 01/09/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
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Description
Job Summary:
Hawai`i Pacific University, Graduate College of Health Sciences is seeking 5 candidates to teach assigned courses for a full-time position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor for its developing hybrid Doctor of Occupational Therapy program in Las Vegas (OTD-LV). The OTD-LV program seeks to hire (5) full-time faculty members. Selected faculty members may be asked to fulfill supportive roles to the Director of Fieldwork Education and Director of Capstone Education. Two positions will begin on 4/1/2024 and three positions on 7/1/2024; prior to the expected launch of the OTD program with the inaugural cohort beginning August 2024.
This accelerated two-year OTD program is a blend of online and on-campus activities that allows the faculty member to live remote to the HPU campus. However, OTD faculty members must be able to travel and stay in Las Vegas for designated time periods each academic term. Successful candidates should possess excellent communication skills and strong computer skills to meet the needs of our online didactic instructional format. We desire a team-oriented colleague who is willing and able to collaborate and share instructional methods and student-learning activities. We are eager to identify candidates who show a genuine appreciation of evidence-based teaching, integration of technology within the classroom, and building a student-centered community within the online classroom.
Additionally, the successful candidate will understand higher education and contemporary practice appropriate for leadership and instruction in Occupational Therapy education; knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting didactic and fieldwork education, students, and the profession of Occupational Therapy. The candidate should be licensed or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in Nevada. We seek a collegial individual who either has a terminal academic doctorate in a discipline appropriate for teaching responsibilities (Ph.D., Ed.D, D.Sc., etc.) or a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree (or OTD), preferably with a specialist certification. In addition to instructional, service, and scholarly activity, they will participate in commencement, convocations and other university-wide events when onsite, and department and collegiate meetings in the week before the start of academic terms. Faculty presence and engagement is expected during academic terms when faculty have teaching responsibilities.
This is a full-time, 12-month (36-credit) exempt faculty position with up to 36 credits of teaching over the calendar year with instructional terms in spring, summer, and fall. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications. Regular travel to Las Vegas is required.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:(candidates not meeting minimum qualifications will automatically be disqualified by the system)

• Earned Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree (or OTD) or terminal doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, etc) from an accredited university.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and experience teaching Occupational Therapy course content.
• Ability to do original research, scholarship, or creative work appropriate to the Occupational Therapy profession.
• Ability to engage in service to the university.
• Understanding of higher education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in Occupational Therapy education.
• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting Occupational Therapy education, students, and the profession of Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Nevada as an occupational therapist.
• Possess national certification (NBCOTâ).
• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.

Desired Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DSc) in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Experience as core faculty in an OTD program.
• Specialist Certification.
• Demonstrated evidence of online teaching effectiveness.
• Strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity, and ability to interact effectively with diverse cultural and ethnic groups.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Other Qualifications:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU's winter break, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Upon hire, the candidate must have reliable transportation to facilitate travel to HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes access to an airport with regular flights to Las Vegas, and when applicable, a valid driver's license, and a personal or rental vehicle that is legally registered and insured.
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and lab immersions on weekends.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.
• Reliable internet access (internet services will not be reimbursed by the university).

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
The core faculty member holds a faculty (academic) appointment and has academic, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the academic program. This individual demonstrates competence in teaching, curriculum development, and implementing strategies for student success. These activities include but are not limited to the following:
1. Teaching (70%)
Teaching is the primary responsibility of Regular Faculty and specific functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop a syllabus of course activities that meet the requirements of the course description or program chair, establish appropriate student learning outcomes, and provide for appropriate class activities throughout the semester.
• Plan and deliver individual classes via distance education or face-to-face lab instruction that conform to the syllabus and other requirements of the University.
• Demonstrate command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively in the context of integrated education.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on student participation and performance, use appropriate measures and evaluate student performance on the basis of established student learning outcomes, provide timely feedback to students and assign grades that are an accurate and fair evaluation of student work.
• Submit grades and any other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Administer student evaluations of faculty at the end of each course, review evaluation summaries, and meet with the department chair and dean to review.
• Post and maintain regular office hours at times reasonably convenient to students.
• Serve as an advisor to students to assist them in understanding the curriculum and mentor them as they prepare for fieldwork education or capstone experience.
• In addition to formal course loads, bear a fair share of the faculty responsibility for supervising student research, fieldwork education, and independent study.
• Meet deadlines and follow directions of the program/department chair, associate dean, or dean of the college.
• Evaluate the teaching of colleagues through the process of peer review as requested.
• Prepare Professional Development Plans or Progress Briefs and reappointment/promotion applications according to established guidelines.
• Promote student success by following attendance-related requirements found in the Academic Affairs Policies and Procedures Manual.

2. Scholarship and Professional Development (15%)
Faculty members are expected to serve as professional role models to students and colleagues in scholarly activity and in critical investigation and experimentation for the purpose of increasing human knowledge.

• Keep abreast of the new knowledge in the field to ensure courses, syllabi, instructional materials and techniques, and teaching methods are current and appropriate, and participate where appropriate, in school or university-sponsored curriculum development programs and projects.
• Engage in distinctive course and academic program development efforts; participate in professional colloquia, seminars, and workshops; and share ideas and the results of scholarly and artistic endeavors with peers both at the university and in the larger academic/artistic community.
• Examples of scholarly activities and professional development include but are not limited to the following:
  1. Publication of research findings in peer?reviewed journal articles, academic papers, book chapters, books, or other writing normal to the discipline
  2. Obtaining internal or external research grants, fellowships, and other funding awards
  3. Department, college, university, state, national, and international honors and awards
  4. Juried exhibits and performances
  5. Invited presentations, exhibits, and performances
  6. Invited evaluations and reviews of the work of other professionals
  7. Participation on review panels for outside funding agencies
  8. Service as either editor or referee for professional publications
  9. Leadership of, committee work for, and participation in scholarly and professional organizations
  10. Sustained activity in program development
  11. Advanced study, certifications, and professional leadership seminars
  12. Research projects in Occupational Therapy or closely related field involving OTD students when applicable.

3. University Service (10%)
Engage in service to the department, school or college, and the university in ways that extend and enrich the university's academic programs and its governance.

• Attend orientation programs and Faculty Assembly meetings and participate in academic duties.
• Participate in academic governance of the department. Participate in committees; course, program and curriculum area coordination; curricular development and textbook selection; instructional workshops and activities within own curricular areas, policy and program review; or other learning assessments.
• Serve as representatives on school or college-level and university-level committees of the Faculty Assembly, as well as on other task forces and committees that assist the chair of the Faculty Assembly and/or the deans in the formation of academic policies and related matters.
• Assist withco-curricular activities to include organization of, participation in, or presentation of faculty forums or workshops; advising and sponsorship of clubs and societies; participation in, organization of, providing guidance and assistance to extra-curricular or co-curricular university events such as banquets, the literary magazine, the athletic program, intercultural events, theatrical productions, guest speaker forums, or graduation ceremonies.
• May include specific accomplishments as a voluntary or elected member of a Faculty Assembly or school or college level committee; curriculum area liaison; coordination of a course, program or discipline; mentoring other faculty; program review activities; coordinating training or other events; and recruitment activities.
• Colleges will further determine and articulate specific expectations for university service.

4. Performs other related duties as appropriate(5%)

• May engage in clinical practice as an occupational therapist.
• Engage in community service by providing volunteer assistance to an agency or organization, particularly as that assistance derives from professional knowledge and expertise or provide pro bono (unpaid professional) services to local, state, regional, national or international organization.
• Actively participate as an effective member of a team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job.
*Teaching load will be adjusted if appointed to fulfill Assistant Director of Fieldwork Education or Assistant Director of Capstone Education expectations.
Hawai'i Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawai'i Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
We seek talented and energetic people who thrive on challenge and innovation in supporting the mission and values of our university. HPU offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Have you earned Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree (or OTD) or terminal doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, etc) from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have evidence...