Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy, Tenure Track

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: The Arcadia University Department of Physical Therapy is currently recruiting for 2 full time, 12-month tenure-track faculty positions. The department offers an entry level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree with both residential and hybrid pathways, a dual degree with public health (DPT/MPH), and multiple post-professional DPT programs including Orthopedic and Sports Residencies, a PhD in Movement Science, and a MS in Rehabilitation Science. We are ranked among the top physical therapy programs in the country.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities:

Physical therapists or rehabilitation scientists with academic doctorates and a well-conceived research agenda are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with neuroscience or musculoskeletal biomechanics expertise, or with research agendas in any area judged to be synergistic with current faculty interests and potential for securing extramural funding. Capacity and interest in mentoring PhD students also preferred. Capable, effective teaching in areas of content expertise is expected and occurs within a highly integrated curriculum. The faculty is committed to working in a collegial environment that values scholarship and professional service. Physical therapist applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The positions will remain open until filled.
The entry-level curriculum is highly integrative with specific content presented in 3-week modules organized around a case example or focus area. The curriculum is designed to move from simple to complex and to allow for repetition of concepts with increasing depth of knowledge. Thus, teaching responsibilities will be tailored to the expertise of the candidate and the needs of the curriculum. The successful candidate will be expected to be involved in ongoing curriculum implementation and evaluation; serve on university-wide committees; advise students; and maintain an active research agenda.

Qualifications:

Academic doctorate (PhD or equivalent);
Content and practice expertise in defined areas of practice;
Physical therapist licensed in PA or eligible for license in PA (preferred);
If non-physical therapist, well defined content expertise in a related area of rehabilitation science (eg neuroscience, biomechanics, epidemiology);
Demonstrated record or clear potential for scholarship

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. Housed in the College of Health Sciences, the University's Physical Therapy program is ranked as the best in the Philadelphia region (and #2 in PA) by U.S. News & World Report, which also cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Position Codes: FF220A , FF216A