Assistant Professor, Tenure Stream Opportunity in OS&OT

Assistant Professor – Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy

The Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the field of occupational science or occupational therapy. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of October 1, 2024.

The successful candidate will have a program of research and teaching experiences with a focus on critical current issues relating to occupational science or occupational therapy. The successful candidate’s scholarship will situate occupation as a key determinant of health and well-being across their program of research and creative professional activities.

The successful candidate must have a PhD in occupational science, occupational therapy, rehabilitation science or a related field and will have completed a minimum of one year of post-doctoral experience in the form of a fellowship or equivalent. In addition, a degree in occupational therapy from a World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) approved educational program is preferred. Applicants with a degree in occupational therapy will be required to register with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and pursue an innovative, independent and competitively funded program of research.

Visit the University of Toronto Careers website for the full job description and instructions to apply for Assistant Professor –  Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy (Req. ID: 34065).

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