Instructor/Assistant Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy (OPEN RANK)
Ora
Summary
The Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Southern California (USC) invites applications for multiple full-time clinical faculty positions within the Department of Occupational Therapy at Keck Hospital of USC & Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. We are hiring for distinct roles across several adult rehabilitation service areas, with opportunities for clinicians to float between practice settings as service needs require.
Job description
Openings Are Currently Available In
- Acute care
- Critical care
- Hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation
We welcome applicants with a broad range of experience serving adult physical rehabilitation populations and a current license to practice occupational therapy in California.
Clinical opportunities exist across diverse practice areas, including but not limited to:
- Cardiopulmonary & Transplant rehabilitation
- Lymphedema management (Certified Lymphedema Therapist preferred) and Oncology rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal & orthopedic rehabilitation
- Chronic condition management (Lifestyle Redesign Certification preferred)
- Hand therapy (Hand Therapy Certification or Certified Hand Therapist preferred)
Assignments will be determined based on clinical expertise, prior experience, and organizational needs, allowing clinicians to work in focused specialty areas or gain exposure to multiple service lines within our dynamic academic medical center. Advance your career in a world-class academic medical center, combining patient care, clinical teaching, and program development in an interdisciplinary team environment. This position is available 9/1/2026.
Requirements
- Current license to practice occupational therapy in California
- Experience serving adult physical rehabilitation populations
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist preferred
- Lifestyle Redesign Certification preferred
- Hand Therapy Certification or Certified Hand Therapist preferred
Company overview
Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, operating as a specialized contract research organization (CRO) focused exclusively on ophthalmology. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, the company has over 45 years of experience in advancing eye care innovations globally. Ora provides comprehensive research and development services spanning preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and product development for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies. With operations across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia, the company has helped clients achieve more than 85 product approvals to date. Ora's expertise covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including allergy, dry eye, retina diseases, glaucoma, and anti-infective therapies. The company employs over 500 ophthalmology specialists who utilize proprietary clinical models, integrated data solutions, and global regulatory strategies to accelerate product development from concept to market. Ora serves a diverse client base ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, positioning itself as the trusted partner for ophthalmic innovation worldwide.