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Job Summary:

The Department of Occupational Therapy at Radford University invites applications for a nine-month, special-purpose faculty position beginning in August 2025. The Department of Occupational Therapy offers a Master of Occupational Therapy ( MOT ) degree program in two campus locations, including Radford and Roanoke, Virginia. We offer both an in-person MOT degree option as well as an MOT hybrid bridge track for Occupational Therapy Assistants. The primary campus location for this position is in Roanoke, but teaching across campus locations (Radford and Roanoke) and in both MOT tracks (in-person and hybrid) is expected.

The successful candidate for this position will:

+ Teach across the curriculum

+ Advise and mentor MOT graduate students

+ Supervise level I fieldwork students

+ Serve on a variety of committees at the departmental level

+ Participate in curriculum and program development

Radford University is a comprehensive public university serving more than 7,700 students and is recognized for the strength of its academic programs, the success of its sustainability efforts, and its dedication to excellence. In 2023, Radford University was recognized as one of the “Best Regional Universities in the Southeast” by the Princeton Review, as well as one of the “Best Colleges of Public Distinction” in 2022. In addition, Radford University was recently recognized among the top National Universities by the U. S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Colleges.

The main Radford University campus is located in Radford, Virginia, nestled in the New River Valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The City of Radford is bordered by the New River, which is recognized as the “second oldest river in the world” in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Downtown Radford is home to a variety of locally owned shops, restaurants, and a weekly farmer’s market. A retail hub with a regional mall and major chain stores, as well as restaurants, is less than 10 miles from campus.

Our Roanoke location is 40 miles from main campus in the ‘Star City’ with beautiful mountain views and an urban vibe. The city of Roanoke is home to more than 70 parks, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and was named one of the ten most bike-friendly areas in the United States. Many local festivals, such as the Go Outside Festival and the Local Colors Festival, are enjoyed by residents annually.

The region overall offers an abundance of recreation opportunities at nearby rivers, lakes, parks, and forests. Dozens of biking, hiking, and water trails are accessible within a 30-60 minute drive, including access points to the Appalachian Trail, George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, and the New River Trail.

Several metropolitan areas can be reached within a few hours by car, bus, or train from Radford and Roanoke, including:

• Charlotte, NC (2-3 hours)

• Richmond, VA (3-3 ½ hours)

• Washington, D.C. (4-5 hours)

• Nashville, TN (6-6 ½ hours)

A regional airport provides non-stop flight services to many cities on the East Coast, including New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Orlando, Atlanta, and others.

Please visit the Radford website at http://www.radford.edu for more information.

Required Qualifications:

+ hold a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

+ hold a specialty certification/demonstration of a specialty area of practice

+ be currently certified by NBCOT

+ be eligible for licensure to practice Occupational Therapy in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Clinical experience in adult rehabilitation >5 years

+ Teaching experience in higher education

+ Experience working with underserved and/or diverse populations

+ Experience as a clinical educator

Work Location: RUC and Radford

Department: RUC-Occupational Therapy, Dept of- 11521

Application Review Date: 05/16/2025