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 Core 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. Supporting student success and outcomes, more than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across all majors, with nearly 80% holding terminal degrees in their field. BGSU offers more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, 57 master’s programs and a significant number of certificate programs.

Guided by Forward, the BGSU strategic plan, the University’s research and creative activities have resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years. Committed to meeting workforce needs, BGSU is investing in in-demand academic programs. The University recently established a School of Nursing, School of Physical Therapy, School of Engineering, School of the Built Environment and School of Aviation. As a national leader in innovative partnerships, BGSU provides comprehensive and connected opportunities for its learning community in and out of the classroom. The University established the first-of-its-kind Resort and Attraction Management (RAAM) program in collaboration with Cedar Fair. BGSU also has strategic partnerships in advanced manufacturing, aviation, forensic science and engineering fields.

For the fourth 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 university in Ohio – public or private – for 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 Department of Occupational Therapy
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
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 (or PPOTD).
If the candidate is an OT, they should be 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching in the areas of anatomy, kinesiology, complex clients, neuroscience, neurological practice, therapeutic modalities, bracing, prosthetics, orthotics, pediatric evaluation and intervention, adult evaluation and intervention, geriatric evaluation and intervention, mental health evaluation and intervention, professional competencies, evidence-based practice, or occupational therapy fundamentals.
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 teaching philosophy
statement of research interests and agenda
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.