Adjunct Instructor

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OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
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The Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) offers both a Master of Science (MS) degree in occupational therapy and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in occupational science. Located within the UNC School of Medicine, the MS program is an entry-level degree that aims to prepare occupational therapists to practice in a wide range of contexts. Consistent with the missions of the University and the School, the Division is committed to service to the people of North Carolina and beyond through providing educational programs, advancement of knowledge, and by providing professional and clinical service.

The two adjunct faculty provide teaching support to the MS degree program by the expanding and enriching the breadth and depth of expertise within the program. The duties of adjunct faculty are assigned by the Division Director. Adjunct faculty may co-teach a course or take on the role of instructor of record. Adjunct faculty must be effective teachers and have expertise in their content area as required by ACOTE.

The primary purpose of adjunct faculty is to teach in the MS program. Candidates must be able to work independently. Responsibilities include:
Collaborate with faculty teaching concurrently
Update course syllabus
Implement course content, assignments, projects, and/or exams
Grade and monitor student progress
Communicate concerns regarding quality of student work or other student performance issues
Communicate or submit course final grade

License to practice occupational therapy in North Carolina

- Experience teaching, including provision of guest lectures, clinical instruction, or in-services
- Knowledge of evidence-based and occupation-centered practice
- Strong communication and computer skills
-Clinical experience working with adults in hospital or community settings and/or using assistive technology in practice.

Not Applicable.

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Please note: The Academic Personnel Office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

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