Posting Detail Information
Working TitleProfessor and Department Head
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number202500273F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$215,000-225,000
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Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week40
Description of Work Unit
TheDepartment of Occupational Therapy (https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/ot/) is one of eight academic units in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Colorado State University. The department's academic programs are on-campus and include an entry-level OTD (150+ students) and a PhD in Occupation and Rehabilitation Science (12+ students). The OTD program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education ( ACOTE ). The Department's mission is to optimize human performance and participation in everyday occupations and @contexts across the lifespan. In 2025, the U.S. News & World Report ranked Colorado State University's Occupational Therapy program #3 in the country.
OT is home to 20 faculty and 20 administrative professionals and staff. Researchers are externally funded to conduct real-world research projects that have a positive impact on the lives of people in areas such as occupation and well-being, brain injury, sleep, sensory integration, play, and behavioral and neuroimaging measurement. Consistent with CSU's culture of excellence, faculty in the Department have an established record of innovative education, research, and community-based practice and engagement. In addition to its academic programs, the Department is currently home to two service and research centers: the Assistive Technology Resource Center and the Center for Community Partnerships.
Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes
% Research15
% Teaching10
% Service0
% Administration75
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025
Number of Vacancies1
Desired Start Date07/01/2026
Position End Date
Position Summary
Colorado State University seeks engaged, innovative, visionary, strategic, high-energy leaders to apply for the position of Professor and Department Head ofOccupational Therapy (https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/ot/) (OT). This position is a 12-month, full-time faculty position. We are seeking applicants who are excited about joining a strong department and who have a proven track record of academic leadership, innovative research, effective teaching and mentorship, meaningful service, and outstanding interpersonal communication and organizational skills. Successful candidates will have demonstrated high ethical standards and are expected to operate in a transparent and collegial way. Additionally, successful candidates should be responsive to the needs of faculty, staff, and students within the department and have a strong commitment to working collectively to elevate the Department of OT to the next level of national and international recognition.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
Earned Doctorate in a field related to Occupational Therapy.
Academic credentials commensurate with a faculty appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure (mid-career Associate Professor or higher rank) in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Colorado State University.
Demonstrated record of a funded research program characterized by national/international recognition.
Demonstrated commitment to promoting research excellence, evidenced by student, postdoctoral, and/or faculty mentorship and leadership in grant-writing and research development opportunities.
Demonstrated record of teaching and mentoring excellence, and leadership in undergraduate and/or graduate curricular and instructional development.
Demonstrated record of administrative, personnel management, and leadership experience.
Demonstrated effective strategic planning, allocation of resources, and accountability for outcomes.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience as department head, associate dean, or program director.
Experience with assessment and accreditation/reaccreditation processes.
Demonstrated experience in maximizing faculty, staff, and student professional growth and potential.
Experience leading the tenure and promotion process and annual review of faculty and staff.
Demonstrated record of effective fundraising and donor relations experience.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate open and collaborative relationships within and external to the unit (e.g., agency or state partners).
Experience with, or strong familiarity with, community outreach in relation to a land-grant institution(s).
Demonstrated experience in financial asset management, fiscal analysis/systems, and budget development, including forecasting and reporting.
Eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in Colorado.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, electronically submit a cover letter addressing the responsibilities, required and preferred qualifications of the position; current curriculum vita; statement of leadership philosophy and vision for the department; and a list of three references with email addresses and phone numbers directly to this posting.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search ContactJennifer Aberle, PhD, jennifer.aberle@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryDepartment Management/Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
Leadership within the Department, including development of a shared vision and strategic plan that coordinates with the College and University goals; transparent communication and advocacy within and outside the department; building and supporting capacity that will advance education, research, and outreach; stressing the importance of and identifying effective approaches for faculty, staff and student retention, engagement, and satisfaction; encouraging professional development for faculty, staff, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows.
Fiscal Management, including effective and equitable stewardship of resources and budget prioritization; responsible budget management and development of strategic approaches for resource/budget growth, including entrepreneurial activities.
Personnel Management, including clear expectations of job duties and performance metrics; development of equitable, high standards in teaching, research, and outreach for tenure-track and non-tenure-track faculty; development of and involvement in faculty and staff mentorship; commitment to a positive work environment and conflict resolution; and facilitation of a strong culture of mutual respect and support.
Commitment to Excellence,for student success initiatives, faculty hiring, and retention, and in alignment with ourLand-Grant Mission (https://www.colostate.edu/land-grant/) .
Percentage Of Time75
Job Duty CategoryResearch
Duty/Responsibility
Research and Scholarship, including cultivation of an exceptional, interactive, and inclusive intellectual and research climate; strategic recruitment of outstanding new faculty to build upon existing research strengths; support and enhancement of internal and external collaborations; identification and implementation of strategies to obtain external funding and enhance donor relations for department stakeholders (including faculty, postdocs, graduate students and others) via government agencies, foundations and private donors; maintain active involvement in scholarly activities and professional scientific societies.
Percentage Of Time15
Job Duty CategoryTeaching
Duty/Responsibility
Teaching, primarily supporting and empowering faculty to maximize graduate student success in the classroom through a rigorous curriculum combined with exceptional student engagement and accessibility, and by occasionally teaching courses or mentoring students, providing guest lectures, and giving career advice to students.
Percentage Of Time10
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Special Required Documentation
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