Full Job Description
Carlow University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in the Master of Science (MSOT) and entry-level Doctorate (OTD) in Occupational Therapy programs for Fall 2026. As a member of the MSOT/OTD programs, adjunct faculty represent occupational therapy leadership committed to the program’s mission.
The Occupational Therapy program is committed to assembling a faculty team grounded in the Mercy perspective and Catholic identity and is focused on creating a transformational learning environment that prepares students for today’s healthcare environment and tomorrow’s challenges.
Appointment & Teaching Areas
The department is seeking to recruit at least two adjunct instructors for Fall 2026. Course assignments are flexible based on candidate expertise and program needs. Priority areas include:
- Foundations of Occupational Therapy
- Anatomy and Biomechanics
- Neuroscience
- Community and/or Population Health
Adjunct faculty will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues, support an interprofessional learning environment, and foster student learning and professional development.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Teach graduate-level courses in the Occupational Therapy program
- Demonstrate teaching expertise in assigned content areas
- Facilitate student engagement, critical thinking, and professional growth
- Collaborate with faculty to support curriculum development and program goals
Required Skills/Abilities
- Demonstrated expertise in the academic subject area
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Ability to present effectively in academic and professional settings
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
- Problem-solving skills and ability to address programmatic challenges
- Proficiency with instructional and computer technologies
- Ability to contribute to short- and long-term planning of program activities
Qualifications
- Occupational Therapist with NBCOT certification
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Pennsylvania
- Minimum of two (2) years of post-licensure clinical experience
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
- Experience supporting interprofessional education and practice
- Evidence of community and/or professional service
- Commitment to the educational mission of Carlow University
Preferred Qualifications
- Five (5) or more years of post-licensure clinical experience
- Prior teaching experience at the university level
- Experience in one or more priority content areas (foundations, biomechanics, neuroscience, community/population health)
Required Educational Qualifications
- Earned Master of Science or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching in a rapidly changing healthcare and educational landscape; experience working with disparate populations; and the ability to support Carlow University’s mission of social justice, equity, and community engagement. Candidates should be prepared to articulate how they will contribute to the University’s Catholic, Mercy mission through teaching, scholarship, and service.