University of Texas Medical Branch Hiring for Occupational Therapy – Faculty Opportunities (Open Rank at Galveston, TX Full Time

UTMB opened in 1891 as the nation’s first public medical school and hospital under unified
leadership. What began as one hospital and medical school building in Galveston is now a major academic health sciences center of global
influence, with medical, nursing, health professions and graduate biomedical schools; a world-renowned research enterprise; and a growing,
comprehensive health system with hospitals on four campuses and a network of clinics.

The UTMB School of Health Professions

For over a century, UTMB has
dedicated its efforts toward improving people’s health in Texas and beyond. In addition to designing and implementing innovative ways
to deliver instruction to students at distant locations, the school continuously explores opportunities to expand its program offerings and
interprofessional learning.

The UTMB School of Health Professionals offers certifications, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral health
profession programs. In addition to classroom lectures, our programs offer clinical training opportunities in a variety of settings to
ensure our students have exposure to a multitude of professional opportunities.

The UTMB Department of Occupational Therapy

The mission of
the Department of Occupational Therapy is to foster a community of educators, scholars, evidence-based practitioners, and leaders in the
profession of occupational therapy who will generate, apply, and disseminate innovative knowledge about participation in everyday life for
individuals, groups, and populations.

Occupational Therapy Faculty Opportunities – The University of Texas Medical
Branch is actively seeking a faculty level Occupational Therapists at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Academic rank and
emphasis of duties will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and productivity to date. 

Responsibilities may Include:

• Teaching and mentoring.
• Research and scholarly work.
• Serving on departmental, school, and university committees. 
• Faculty practice. 

Position Requirements:

• Earned OTD or PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in occupational
  therapy, rehabilitation sciences, or other related discipline.
• Minimally, 3 years of practice in Occupational Therapy. 
• Eligible for appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. 
• An occupational therapist (OT) eligible for
  licensure in the state of Texas.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Faculty member or teaching
  experience in an occupational therapy program. 
• Clinical practice experience. 

Income
Package: Salary will be commensurate with Academic rank, qualifications, experience, and educational background. In addition,
UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance as well as many other potential
incentives.

Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas: Galveston Island is home to approximately
50,000 residents and is known for its 32 miles of Gulf Coast beaches, temperate climate, wide array of leisure and cultural activities, and
affordable cost of living – all just south of Houston, the 4^th largest city in the US. More information about UTMB and
Galveston can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/