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Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor - Occupational Therapy Program

Position Number: 6629884
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Position Type: Health - Physical & Occupational Therapy

Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor - Occupational Therapy Program

Bowling Green State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time Faculty
Division: Col of Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 09/22/2025
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01084
Department: Col of Health & Human Services
Closing:

Summary

The College of Health and Human Services at Bowling Green State University (BGSU), Bowling Green, Ohio is seeking applicants for one full-time, 12-month non-tenured faculty appointment at the Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor level to serve as Faculty of the developing hybrid Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. This accelerated two-year OTD program is a blend of online and on-campus activities, which allows the faculty member to live remote to the BGSU campus. However, OTD faculty members must be able to travel and stay in northwest Ohio for designated time periods each semester.

As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master's programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.

Guided by Forward, BGSU's strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fifth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.

Essential Functions

The expectations for teaching effectiveness, scholarship/professional activities, and service are as follows:

Teaches courses as agreed upon with the Program Director
Enhances current teaching and mentoring activities for the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.
Develops a scholarly agenda
Participates in university, community, and professional service appropriate to a university faculty member
Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the Core Values of the Occupational Therapy Profession
Demonstrates knowledge and skill expertise in the areas of assigned teaching
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively and professionally both written and orally, both online and in-person
Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty, and staff
Advise OTD students
Demonstrates the ability to handle detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality
Demonstrates the ability to handle a wide range of responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal academic doctorate (Ph.D., DSc, Ed.D, etc.) or a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree
Licensed or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in Ohio
A scholarship agenda, or evidence of peer reviewed publications/technical reports/grants, or presentations, which may include scholarship of teaching and learning.
Prior experience teaching mental health content in an occupational therapy program or a minimum of two years of documented clinical practice in a mental health setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal academic doctorate (PhD, DSc, EdD, etc.)
Advanced certification credentials appropriate for their teaching responsibilities.
Experience teaching online and hybrid courses
Excellent communication skills and strong computer skills to meet the needs of our online didactic instructional format
Team-oriented and willing to collaborate and share instructional methods and student-learning activities
Appreciation of evidence-based teaching, integration of technology within the classroom and building a student-centered community within the online classroom
Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting didactic and clinical education, students, and the profession of occupational therapy.

Additional Information

Application Materials Required

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Names and contact information of three professional references
Statement of research interests and agenda
Statement of teaching philosophy

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by October 13, 2025

Salary & Benefits

Competitive and commensurate with candidate's experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Further Information

Contact Dr. Jayna Niblock, Search Committee Chair at jnibloc@BGSU.edu

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. EEOC Know Your Rights Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5087970/assistant-associate-clinical-professor-occupational-therapy-program

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