Boston University’s College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College seeks a dynamic and creative faculty member to join its internationally recognized Department of Occupational Therapy. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Primary responsibilities will include teaching in the graduate programs in occupational therapy and doctoral program in rehabilitation sciences, as well as engaging in an active program of independent research. 

The Department of Occupational Therapy is housed on the main campus of Boston University in the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College. The department offers an undergraduate degree in Behavior and Health; both entry-level and post-professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate programs; and participates in the interdisciplinary PhD program in Rehabilitation Sciences. The internationally recognized Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation is also affiliated with the department. Our program is ranked #1 by US News & World Report and our faculty are internationally known for their contributions to occupational therapy research and scholarship and leadership in education and professional service. We have a highly collaborative environment that also includes faculty from diverse interest areas within Sargent as well as across the University. In addition, the Boston area includes many highly regarded health care and educational institutions and offers numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary work. For more information about the Department and Sargent College, visit www.bu.edu/sargent/ot. 

Boston University is an AAU institution with a long and distinguished tradition of dedication to inclusion and social justice. The College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College includes diversity as one of our strategic goals. We are especially committed to increasing the participation of underrepresented groups at BU and throughout our professional organizations. 

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Applications should include a letter of interest explaining the applicant’s background and qualifications, curriculum vitae, and three current letters of recommendation. For more information about the position, please contact Prof. Ellen Cohn (ecohn@bu.edu), Chair of the Search Committee. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications will be held in confidence until/unless an invitation for an interview is extended. 

Application packets should be directed electronically to Morgan Whaley at mwhaley@bu.edu and addressed to:

Occupational Therapy Search Committee

BU College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College

635 Commonwealth Avenue

Boston, MA 02215