Clinical Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

Clinical Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

The Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Science, Occupational Therapy Program at the University of Vermont (UVM) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month clinical faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor to begin in August 2026.

The primary responsibility of this position is to deliver high-quality instruction within the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) curriculum. Additional responsibilities include engaging in scholarly activities, contributing to service at the program, college, and/or university levels, maintaining clinical practice as appropriate, and supporting the development and coordination of student clinical education placements. Candidates must be an occupational therapist with at least 2 years of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist, licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Vermont, and hold a doctoral degree (O.T.D., Ph.D., Ed.D., etc.) awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency. The ideal candidate will have clinical expertise in mental health practice, with additional experience in either geriatric or pediatric practice.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful teaching, or potential for outstanding teaching, at the college level and/or related field experience.

• Knowledge of ACOTE standards and curriculum development.

• Experience advising and mentoring students in academic and professional development.

• Engagement in professional organizations and services.

• Promoting and engaging in practices that support student engagement and active learning.

• Building local and national occupational therapy community connections to support the development of clinical partnerships and collaborative relationship with fieldwork sites.

• Collaborating with university faculty and the community of practice.

The UVM Entry-Level Doctorate in Occupational Therapy program is a fully accredited program with state-of-the-art laboratories (https://www.uvm.edu/cnhs/rms/program/occupational-therapy). The new Smart Apartment and Pediatric & Design laboratories provide students with the opportunity to simulate real-life experiences and to practice pediatric treatments. The Plastinated Bodies laboratory consists of a variety of plastinated bodies that illustrate anatomical features to promote student learning. The program is designed with a strong experiential learning component that blends the art and science of the occupational therapy profession. It has strong community connections and also a strong relationship with the UVM Osher Center. It is an integral component of the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Science in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

The University Established in 1791, the University of Vermont is consistently ranked as one of the top public universities in the United States. According to U.S. News and World Report, UVM is ranked among the top public institutions, functioning as an R-1 land grant while simultaneously maintaining a small New-England liberal arts college feel. UVM's tradition of equity and social justice extends not only to faculty, staff, and students, but also is reflected in a commitment to environmentally sound and sustainable practices

The College The College of Nursing and Health Sciences is home to more than 1,200 students in eight different health professions comprising six undergraduate and seven graduate degree programs including an interdisciplinary PhD. The College priorities focus on striving for excellence in research, teaching and learning and interprofessional education while promoting practice collaborations within a stimulating Academic Medical Center environment. The college thrives in an exciting academic environment with excellent collaborative relationship potentials for new faculty as it is uniquely positioned on the UVM main campus, alongside our academic colleagues in Medicine, Nursing, Communication and Sciences Disorders, Biomedical and Health Sciences, and Engineering, as well as our clinical colleagues in the UVM Medical Center.

The Department The Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Science is part of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences The successful candidate will join a department with 30 full-time tenure track, clinical faculty, lecturers and staff that are dedicated to educating the nearly 150 graduate students in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs and 250 undergraduate students in the Exercise Science Major as well as 300 undergraduate students in the Emergency Medical Service and Integrative Health Minors. The department has also developed a new MS program in Exercise Science and participates in the Interprofessional Health Sciences Ph.D. program. Teaching and research facilities include a Human Motion Analysis and Functioning Laboratory, a Human Performance Center, a Whole Health Research and Practice Laboratory, and the OTD laboratories. Faculty members are funded by federal funding agencies such as the NIH and CDC to carry out cutting-edge research to identify innovative strategies to treat disease and promote health.

The Community UVM is located in Burlington, Vermont, a panoramic setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Adirondack Mountains of New York State. We are a walkable and bikeable community with University sponsored ride sharing and public transportation. Our regional airport is served by Delta, American, United and other major carriers. We have a rich cultural, civic, and arts community as well as a wide range of outdoor activities in close proximity. Lakes, rivers, and mountains provide a range of outdoor opportunities year-round. Vermont's size and history support an environment of access and opportunities for collaborative agency partnerships throughout the state and region.

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of https://www.uvm.edu/president/our-common-ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through their teaching, service, research, scholarship, or creative arts.

Application Process:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Prospective candidates should apply online at www.uvmjobs.com and search for the position using the department name, Rehabilitation & Movement Science. Applications will include: (1) a two-page cover letter of interest detailing areas of expertise and professional goals, (2) a one-page personal statement of how you will contribute to Our Common Ground values, (3) a one-page teaching philosophy, (4) contact information for three professional references, and (5) a curriculum vitae. The position will remain open until it is filled. Priority consideration will be granted to applications received prior to April 6, 2026. Position begins in August 2026.

Questions may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee: Dr. Victoria Priganc, mailto:Victoria.prigance@med.uvm.edu.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

 

Job Close Date

6/17/2026

 

Category

Health - Physical & Occupational Therapy

 

Department

Rehab & Movement Sci/56020

 

FLSA

Exempt

 

Employee FTE

1.0

 

Employee Term (months)

9

 

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