Description
Position Summary:
The College of Health and Human Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking qualified applicants for two (2) Assistant Professor of Practice positions within the fully accredited entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) hybrid weekend program. These are full-time, term, nine-month, non-tenure track positions. Based on course availability, summer appointments may be offered. The 9-month academic appointment begins August 12, 2026.
Due to the newly established $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions requesting consular processing outside of the U.S., Southern Illinois University is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship at this time for any prospective applicant who is outside of the U.S. and requires consular processing.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
These positions are represented by SIU Carbondale Non-Tenure Track Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit: https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide direct classroom/laboratory/clinical instruction and student engagement as assigned. Teach via online and traditional delivery methods. Provide indirect teaching, such as: student selection, student advisement, capstone committee, recruitment, and retention for the OTD program.
- Participate in professional practice, seminars, or workshops necessary to maintain up-to-date skills in the occupational therapy profession.
Maintain teaching assignment consistent with the workload of a non-tenure track faculty position within the College of Health and Human Sciences.
- Comply with the spirit and intent of the University, College, and School Operating Papers.
- Contribute to program curriculum development and accreditation processes.
- Evaluate student performance, maintain accurate records of student progress, and submit final grade rosters in accordance with program/school/college and university policy.
- Engage in other duties as determined by the Director of the School of Health Sciences and as indicated in the non-tenure track faculty contract.
- Support and positively contribute to SIU’s mission of student success and retention through actions and responsibilities within this role.
- Possibly serve as the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator for the OTD program.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
-An earned Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (e.g., OTD, PhD, DHS, DrOT), or an earned degree in Occupational Therapy with a Doctorate degree in a related field of study by start date.
-Occupational Therapist, certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and licensed or eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Illinois by the start date.
-Occupational therapy experience in adult, mental health/community practice; pediatric and/or behavioral health practice.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Three years of experience as a full-time occupational therapist in adult, mental health/community practice, pediatrics, and/or behavioral health settings.
-Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational and technology skills.
-Teaching experience at the post-secondary education level in an online or blended format.
-Working knowledge of educational theory and methodology.
Required Documents: Submit a letter of application, CV, unofficial Transcripts, Professional License, and three professional references.
Contact: Valerie Boyer, valboyer@siu.edu
Security/Safety Sensitive: N/A
Deadline to Apply: 5/29/26
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.
The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.
