Columbia University’s Programs in Occupational Therapy invite applicants for a full-time, 12-month faculty appointment.  This position encompasses teaching and research in both the entry-level MS occupational therapy program and in the post-professional doctoral programs.  Close collaboration with other faculty within the department and with faculty in related departments is expected. Applicants are expected to have or to develop a research agenda.

Columbia University’s Programs in Occupational Therapy are part of the College of Physicians and Surgeons and is located in upper Manhattan.  Housed in the Columbia University Medical Center and first established as a degree granting program in 1941, the programs consist of an entry level Master of Science program; a dual degree program with the Mailman School of Public Health; a Post-Professional OTD with an emphasis on cognition; and a Doctor of Education program in Movement Science and Occupational Therapy which is in collaboration with the Department of Biobehavioral Sciences of Teachers College. The faculty of the programs are highly recognized for their educational and research contributions, and are renowned nationally and internationally.

Questions regarding the job posting should be directed to Dr. Phyllis Simon at prm44@cumc.columbia.edu. 

Minimum qualifications

Applicants should have an earned research doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD), be NBCOT board certified, and be licensed to practice or eligible for license to practice in the State of New York. Individuals with a Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy will also be considered. Clinical experience, as well as experience serving as a course director, is expected.

Preferred qualifications

In addition to the above, a doctoral degree specializing in the movement sciences, motor learning and/or motor control, a proven record of scholarship, and an established research agenda in adult neurorehabilitation are all preferred.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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