Middle Georgia State University Hiring for Assistant Professor & Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – Master Of Science In Occupational Therap at MGA Cochran Full Time

Job Title: Assistant Professor & Academic Fieldwork Coordinator – Master Of Science In Occupational Therapy (Cochran Campus)
Location: MGA Cochran
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 269174
About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia’s 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia’s flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Department Information

The Department of Rehabilitation Science & Fitness is dedicated to the scholastic development of our students as we seek to promote respect, ethical behavior, passion for advocacy, and professionalism in future rehabilitation practitioners. We prepare our graduates to effectively serve the needs of the community, individuals with disabilities, and other human service populations as leaders in the field of rehabilitation science.

Job Summary

The Department of Rehabilitation Science within the School of Health and Natural Sciences at Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is seeking candidates to serve as an Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy and as the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator. This 12-month, tenure-track position will support the newly developed hybrid format Master¿s in Occupational Therapy Bridge Program and reports to the Chair of Rehabilitation Science.

Responsibilities

This position involves teaching, advising, scholarship, and service to the institution and community as well as oversight of the MSOT Fieldwork Program. Responsibilities may include day/and or evening classes, online classes, weekend classes, course development and program planning/evaluation, fieldwork placements, relationship building and contract facilitation, as well as committee work as assigned. Some travel will be required.

Required Qualifications

Required Educational Qualifications

• Master¿s Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field

Required Experience

• 3 years clinical/field experience

Other Required Qualifications

• Currently hold an Occupational Therapist license in the state of Georgia or eligible for immediate licensure in Georgia
• Initial NBCOT Certification
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience with online/distance education.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field.

Preferred Experience

• Prior successful teaching experience.
• Interest in and experience to support course development.
• Clinical experience in a combination of the following areas: adult rehabilitation, mental health, and assistive technology.

Required Documents to Attach

1. Letter of interest including a statement of teaching philosophy
2. Curriculum vitae indicating ability to teach at least 2-3 areas from the list specified in the preferred qualifications.
3. Unofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
4. Licensure and NBCOT verification
5. Name and contact information for three professional references.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 471.478.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

Applications accepted until the position is filled. This position will begin immediately.

This is a full-time, 12-month, administrative faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Other Information

Every member of the USG community is required to adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values – Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect – that form and guide the daily work of the organization.

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent:
CORE VALUES: Stewardship – Engagement – Adaptability – Learning

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.