Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (L000628)

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Position Description

The McGill University School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (SPOT) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is inviting applications for a full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in the Occupational Therapy Program.

The School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, part of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, is well known for its research excellence in rehabilitation science and the professional education of occupational therapists and physiotherapists. The School established the first doctoral program in Rehabilitation Science in Canada in 1988 and has provided high-quality education to graduate students from diverse, multidisciplinary backgrounds. The School has been admitting students to its Master’s entry-level professional programs in OT and PT since the fall of 2007.

McGill University is an academic institution internationally recognized for its excellence in research, teaching and learning, especially in health sciences. It attracts high caliber faculty and students from around the world. McGill University is situated in the vibrant, multicultural city of Montreal in Quebec, Canada. Not only is McGill an exciting place to work, but also the quality of life in Montreal makes it an interesting and stimulating place to live.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be involved in the academic activities of the McGill University School of Physical and Occupational Therapy where they will be expected to demonstrate aptitude, enthusiasm, and excellence in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent, active research program, apply for salary awards and research funding, teach in the professional entry-level and graduate research programs, supervise students conducting research, and participate in departmental committees and activities. Candidates with demonstrated interest to develop a research program in the area of access to rehabilitation services are strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to lead research, addressing barriers across the continuum (e.g., primary care, acute care, community, and tele-rehabilitation) and translating findings into service redesign and policy, with a particular focus on adult and/or older adult physical rehabilitation.

The incumbent will be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, if applicable, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

• Have a professional degree in Occupational Therapy;
• Have a doctoral degree in a related discipline;
• Have completed relevant post-doctoral training (or be in the process of);
• Be eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Quebec (see further details below regarding language requirements;
• Demonstrate excellence in research;
• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and inclusive pedagogy; relevant teaching experience will be considered an asset;
• Possess the ability to lead research of the highest international standards in alignment with the research priorities of the School;
• Have proven track record of research productivity demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications;
• Fluency in English is essential; a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within a few years of appointment is preferred. Further details regarding the required level of French language proficiency for Occupational Therapist in Quebec can be found here: https://www.oeq.org/ergotherapeutes/l-ordre-et-moi/mon-inscription-au-tableau-de-l-ordre.html and https://www.quebec.ca/en/education/learn-french/professional-order)

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Physical & Occupational Therapy
Employee Type: Tenure-Track ('Academic Tenure Stream')
Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Job Status: Full-time

Posting Period: 30 days from posting

The following supporting documents are required:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae;
• Statement of research interests and goals;
• Statement of teaching philosophy;
• Names and contact information of three referees.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

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Avant de postuler, veuillez noter que pour travailler à l'Université McGill, vous devez être à la fois autorisé à travailler au Canada et disposé à travailler au Québec, sur le campus où se trouve le poste.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.