Occupational Therapy Primary Faculty

Position Summary:

Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences welcomes applications for the Occupational Therapy Primary Faculty position with an anticipated start of January 2027. This position is responsible for teaching and managing a discipline-appropriate course load using contemporary, inclusive instructional strategies and technology to support student learning and engagement. Faculty develop and maintain course materials, assess student performance fairly and consistently, mentor and advise students, and support doctoral capstone experiences.

The role includes active participation in program operations, accreditation activities, recruitment, curriculum development, committee service, and collaboration with community and professional partners to support continuous program improvement. Faculty are expected to maintain professional standards through ongoing scholarship, professional development, and involvement in professional organizations while serving as positive role model for students and colleagues. Additional responsibilities include supporting college and program initiatives, maintaining accurate records and confidentiality, participating in institutional events, and performing other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree required in occupational therapy or related field of study
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
State licensure
Three years’ experience as an occupational therapist in an occupational therapy practice setting

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience
Student interaction as clinical instructor or coordinator

Institution Information

About Mary Baldwin University

Founded in 1842, Mary Baldwin University has a proud legacy of innovating to best serve our students as the world changes.

MBU is a small, coeducational university offering a range of degrees from bachelor to doctoral. We serve a diverse student population on our historic Staunton campus in the heart of downtown Staunton, Virginia, Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences in nearby Fishersville, and online.

MBU offers unique opportunities for our students to become leaders in the classroom, community, workplace, and in their own lives.

About Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences

Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences (MDCHS) was opened in 2014 to address healthcare workforce needs and the complex health issues of the region. The college accomplishes this through clinically focused professional programs in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant programs that concentrate on addressing regional health care needs. We believe that community health issues are best solved by professionals who value interprofessional collaboration and thrive in a culture that embraces inclusivity and equitable access to health care. Our vision is to be recognized as the primary regional partner to develop community-oriented interventions for the education of and provision of services to the public, thereby improving health and life outcomes.

To Apply:

Mary Baldwin University is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff, and faculty. The university does not discriminate on the basis sex, gender, nor does the university discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, religion, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

All correspondence relating to the position of Occupational Therapy Primary Faculty should be directed, in confidence, to:

Tara Miller, Director of Administration & Operations for Murphy Deming twmiller@marybaldwin.edu

Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences 100 Baldwin Blvd., Fishersville VA 22939

A completed application should include the following:

Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position including a statement that reflects your commitment towards supporting a culture of Equity and Inclusion Excellence.
Updated CV;
Three (3) professional references with contact information, title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Salary range is $80,000 – $90,000

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