Three TenureTrack Faculty Positions
(Log#19-084A) Tenure Track, Clinical Administration/Leadership
(Log#19-084B) Tenure Track, Community Practice
(Log#19-084C) Tenure Track, Neurological Rehabilitation
DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
BYRDINE F. LEWIS COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
The Department of Occupational Therapy in the Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions at Georgia State University(GSU) in Atlantainvites applications for three 9-month tenure track positions (preferably specializing in Clinical Administration/Leadership, Neurological Rehabilitationand/or Community Practice) all at the rank of Assistant Professors.These positionsintegrate the roles of teacher, researcher and scholarly practitioner within the Occupational Therapy program and provides opportunity for inter-professional collaboration across an array of health care professions and beyond. The ideal candidates will have experience as a teacher, researcher and practitioner in the field of Occupational Therapy. Successful candidates will also participate fully in the life of the university, activities of the department, Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions, and continued development and accreditation of the program.
Minimum requirements for tenure track positions include a research doctoral degree in occupational therapy or related field with concentration in one of following areas a) neuro rehabilitation and motor control, b) clinical administration and leadership with emphasis on big data analysis, and/or c) community practice. Post-doctoral experience, an established line of research with publications, and external funding experience are preferred.
All positions require at least 5 years of clinical practice as an occupational therapist, NBCOT certification and a current license to practice as an OT in the State of Georgia at the time of appointment.
Nationally ranked Georgia State University is the Southeast’s leading urban research institution with over 20 Schools and academic units and grants degrees in more than 200 programs.In its 2017 “America’s Best Colleges” edition, U.S. News & World Report ranked GSU 4th in the nation among Most Innovative College and Universities and 8th among best undergraduate education in the country. With strong emphasis in research, GSU’s sponsored research funding has crossed $147 million dollars in 2017. GSU puts strong emphasis on providing exceptional environment for collaborative research, teaching, and innovative thinking for engaged faculty.
Salary is competitive and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The benefits package is one of the best in the nation.
Screening of applicants will begin on January 8, 2018 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply, please provide the following information:
- Letter of application, summarizingyour experience and qualifications for the position
- Curriculum vitae
- Final candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three references and an official transcript of all degrees completed.
Submitelectronic applications to Dr. KinsukMaitra (); please include Occupational Therapy Search Committee (Log#19-084A or Log# 19-084B or Log# 19-084C) in the subject line.
Alternatively, submit paper applications to: Dr. KinsukMaitra, OccupationalTherapy Search Committee
(Log#19-084),Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions, Georgia State University, P.O. Box 3995, Atlanta, GA 30302-3995.
Questions regarding the position may be directed tothe Chair of the Department, Dr. KinsukMaitra, .
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university and accommodates individuals with disabilities.All applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.