Job description
Omaha, NE
Creighton University, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy. Creighton University seeks to employ a dynamic and collaborative leader who can build on the strengths of the past while exploring and embracing change for the future. A commitment to leadership in the tradition of Jesuit education is desired. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track administrative role.
The OT Department supports 20 core faculty members in a top 20 ranked professional doctoral program located in Omaha, Nebraska. In addition to faculty and administrative responsibilities, the Chair will be responsible for developing faculty, ensuring accreditation requirements and leading educational initiatives in occupational therapy education.
Qualifications:
- Professional Degree in Occupational Therapy (MSOT or OTD) and/or an earned academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, DSc).
- Minimum of 6 years of employment in higher education.
- Minimum of 3 years as faculty in an accredited Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.
- Achieved academic rank of Associate or Professor.
- Prior administrative, personnel management, and budgetary experience.
- Commitment to educational leadership in a new and innovative environment.
- Demonstrated record of teaching and achievement in scholarly activities.
- Eligibility for Occupational Therapy licensure in the state of Nebraska.
About Creighton University:
Creighton University is a Catholic and Jesuit comprehensive university committed to excellence in its selected undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. With programs spanning the arts, sciences, law, business and multiple health sciences fields, Creighton’s education embraces several colleges and professional schools and is committed to the intellectual, social, spiritual and physical aspects of students’ lives and to the promotion of justice.
About the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions:
The School of Pharmacy and Health Professions at Creighton is committed to making a difference in the lives of the individuals they serve. The School offers unparalleled opportunities in occupational therapy, physical therapy, and pharmacy. In addition to the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions, Creighton offers academic programs in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Physician Assistant studies and Paramedicine. Between collaboration among all health sciences programs at the university, and through an affiliation with CHI Health, the largest health system in the region, Creighton brings together the entire team of health care professionals to provide an interprofessional approach to treating the whole person. The mission goes beyond career training to include restoring health and affecting change in the lives of others. The School of Pharmacy and Health Professions provides entry-level clinical doctorate programs in Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy and Physical Therapy.
About the Department of Occupational Therapy:
Creighton’s OT Department is nationally recognized for its leadership and innovation in occupational therapy doctoral education and offers its program through a campus-based pathway in Omaha and hybrid pathways in Phoenix on Creighton’s Health Science Campus, with Regis University in Denver, Colorado and with the University of Alaska in Anchorage. In addition, the Department of Occupational Therapy supports three ACOTE accredited fellowship programs, a research specialization track for students, and participation in a service collaborative and outreach program in the Dominican Republic, the Institute for Latin American Concern.
About the Community:
Omaha, Nebraska, the largest city in the state of Nebraska, is both a college town and bustling city, with culture and midwestern charm to spare. It exemplifies the feeling of an intimate small-town setting, while offering big-city amenities for all types of interests. Located on the Missouri River (bordering with Iowa), Omaha has seen tremendous growth in recent years and boasts world class restaurants, live music, shopping, and plenty of access to green spaces. Whether you enjoy museums, live entertainment, walking across the Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge, or strolling through Omaha’s historically revitalized neighborhoods, there are captivating activities for all. Visitors and residents can take advantage of the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, which is consistently ranked as one of the top five zoos in the world. Despite being ranked by US News as one of the Best Places to Live (28th) and Best Cities to Raise a Family (7th), Omaha has a cost of living that is significantly lower than other comparable metropolitan areas in the United States.
How to apply
All correspondence relating to the position of Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy at Creighton University should be directed in confidence to the University’s executive search consultant:
Danan Tsan, Vice President
Scott Healy & Associates
[email protected]
A complete application should include the following:
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
- Updated CV;
- Four (4) 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.)
Applications received by January 31, 2025 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
Creighton University is an EEO Employer.
