Instructor / Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy

Posting Number : 20250046FAC

Job Title :

Instructor / Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy

Number of Vacancies :

About Murray State :

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16 : 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits :

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment :

Equal Opportunity Employer / AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment : Regular Full-Time

Work Location : Paducah, KY

Employment Term : 12 Months

Position Type :

Faculty (Non-Tenure-Track)

Department :

Occupational Therapy Program

Anticipated Start Date :

January 2026

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities :

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction for the graduate Occupational Therapy program, emphasizing innovative, active learning and technology to foster student excellence. The program prioritizes clinical reasoning, critical thinking, effective written and verbal communication, and evidence-based practice informed by theory and research across occupational therapy settings. Responsibilities include teaching full-time graduate courses in assigned areas, advising current and prospective graduate students, and assisting the OT Program Chair with accreditation tasks, constituents, and faculty / staff, and serve as a positive team member by actively collaborating with colleagues to support program goals. Additional duties involve contributing to curriculum development, participating in student and program assessment, and engaging in ongoing professional development. The position requires a full-time teaching load each fall, spring, and summer semester.

Minimum Education Requirements :

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or related discipline required. Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy or related discipline is preferred.
• Graduate of a US Department of Education (USDE) accredited institution.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements :

Preferred Education and / or Experience Qualifications :

Note : If the successful candidate is master’s prepared, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track, instructor. If the successful candidate holds a terminal degree appropriate for the position, the position will be filled as a tenure-track, assistant professor.

Pay Plan : Faculty III

Posting Date : 10 / 14 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Along with the application, the following items must be included.

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by October 31, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.