Assistant Professor or above in Physical Therapy- Musculoskeletal

Company: Arcadia University Domestic
Location: Glenside
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides an educational experience that is values-based; rooted in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI); and places students at the center. The Institute of International Education has ranked Arcadia first nationally in study abroad for 10 of the last 11 years, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the 'Best in the Northeast' for seven consecutive years. The University's Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which also ranks Arcadia among the top 25 percent in its category and cites Arcadia for being among the 'most innovative' and 'best value' colleges. Approximately 3,700 students study at Arcadia, with 2,300 undergraduate students choosing from more than 65 fields of study. Arcadia promises a distinctively global, integrative, and personal learning experience that prepares students to contribute and lead in a diverse and dynamic world. Through its community of practice, Arcadia has made facilitating a safe and welcoming environment a priority by developing and implementing Anti-Black Racism Initiatives (ABRI) on campus. Visit Overview: This is a 12-month tenure track faculty position. The position requires effective teaching in areas of content expertise within a highly integrated and collaborative entry-level DPT program (hybrid and residential). Service to the department and university as well as professional service is expected. Scholarly activity with a focused research agenda is also expected. Responsibilities: Essential Functions Works closely with Program Directors (Hybrid and Residential) to develop effective teaching encompassing three primary domains of cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills. Student advising Scholarly activity within a focused area Service to the department, university, and profession Marginal Functions: Alumni activity engagement Represent the department to external bodies Provide and attend continuing education Participate in experiential/pro bono learning experiences Required Knowledge/Skills and Abilities: Academic doctorate (PhD or equivalent) Content and practice expertise in either musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and pulmonary, or acute care rehabilitation Physical therapist licensed in PA or eligible for license in PA Demonstrated record or clear potential for scholarship Supervision: Received: Department Chair and Program Directors Given: Department staff and student workers Qualifications: Academic doctorate (PhD or equivalent) Experience teaching or mentoring students in academic or clinical settings Willingness to embrace new technologies consistent with hybrid education Clinical experience in area of content expertise Other Requirements: (e.g., certificates, license required) Physical therapist licensed in PA or eligible for license in PA 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. At Arcadia University, our JEDI principles (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, 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. Our belief and experience is that there is strength in diversity and we are committed to building a welcoming and inclusive environment for students and employees alike. We are a community built on varied experiences and perspectives that benefits from open-minded discussion and cultural humility. Guided by our University's values, we are committed to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, and we are working towards dismantling anti-Black racism/white supremacy and other forms of interpersonal and systemic discrimination and oppression. Candidates for this position will share our University's commitment to these values. Arcadia University requires all employees to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine by your employment start date. Arcadia will consider requests for exemptions from the vaccination policy due to medical conditions or religious belief. You will be required to provide proof of vaccination at the time of hire and/or on your first day of employment. Our vaccination protocols are subject to applicable laws and will be updated from time to time to reflect evolving conditions and federal, state, local, and other applicable health and safety guidelines. Arcadia University

Keywords: Arcadia University Domestic, Philadelphia , Assistant Professor or above in Physical Therapy- Musculoskeletal, Education / Teaching , Glenside, Pennsylvania