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University of Illinois Chicago, College of Applied Health Sciences

The College of Applied Health Sciences is a socially conscious, research-intensive academic community whose mission is to broaden understanding of applied health sciences and disability. We strive to identify and meet the health needs of our society and pursue our mission by:

  • Educating health professionals and scholars who excel in a complex, multicultural world;
  • Discovering and translating new knowledge that transforms health care practice, social systems and related technologies for the benefit of individuals, families and communities;
  • Collaborating with our urban community partners in mutually beneficial ways;
  • Providing health services of the highest quality with emphasis on eliminating health disparities affecting individuals and communities; and
  • Advocating for public policies, perceptions, and practices that lead to the inclusion and participation of people with disabilities in society.

 

Mar 08, 2023
Full time
Full Professor and Head-Department of Occupational Therapy
University of Illinois Chicago, College of Applied Health Sciences Hybrid (Chicago, IL, USA)
    Department Head (Tenured Position)  Tenured Full Professor and Head of the Department of Occupational Therapy  The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Applied Health Science (AHS) and Department of Occupational Therapy invites applications for the position of Tenured Full Professor and Head of the Department of Occupational Therapy .   The UIC Department of Occupational Therapy Since 1943, the department has taken great pride to integrate research, education and clinical practice towards one vision: Creating Tomorrow's Practice. Our dynamic clinical and tenure system faculty collaborate to deliver word-class education and research in OT.  Faculty are award winning scholars and educators with diverse scholarly interests and a shared commitment to the Scholarship of Practice model that emphasizes a strong, reciprocal relationship between practice, evidence and stakeholders in the communities.  Consistent...