Doctor of Physical Therapy, Faculty
18 days ago
Chester
Reporting to the Program Director of the Institute for Physical Therapy Education the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is a 10-month tenure-track faculty position. This faculty member will contribute to the University by teaching entry-level physical therapy curriculum and engaging in scholarly and service activities. This role requires proven expertise in physical therapy education along with a commitment to excellence in teaching mentorship and collaborative academic engagement. The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is housed within the College of Health and Human Services which is dedicated to interprofessional education community service and impactful research. The College includes programs in clinical psychology education human sexuality occupational therapy physical therapy and social work. Our student body reflects a rich diversity of identities and lived experiences. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to): Essential duties: Teaching: • Develop and teach courses in the entry-level DPT Program in collaboration with but ultimately designated by the Program Director., • Ensure courses and syllabi are current and available to all students., • Demonstrate competency in teaching as evidenced by supervisor peer and student evaluations., • Demonstration of expertise in areas of teaching responsibility and content delivery method., • Participate in curriculum development that facilitates an inclusive teaching and learning environment ., • Pursue faculty development opportunities and teacher effectiveness tools to improve teaching., • Demonstrate commitment to working with a diverse student population., • Engage in individual and collaborative scholarly work related to area of interest on an ongoing basis., • Participate in University College and Institute committees and faculty meetings as well as university academic events as specified in the faculty handbook., • Engage in professional service and leadership., • Participate in student recruitment and admission activities., • Participate in team and/or interprofessional teaching as appropriate., • Serve as mentor to new faculty members or adjunct faculty as appropriate., • Obtain attempt or collaborate to obtain intramural or extramural funding for support of scholarly or other clinical activity. Required: • Earned degree in physical therapy (e.g. MPT DPT) from and accredited college or university., • Pennsylvania physical therapist licensed or eligible for physical therapist licensure in the state of Pennsylvania., • Completed or anticipated timely completion of a terminal doctoral degree (e.g. PhD EdD DSc) from an accredited college or university., • Minimum of 3 years (5 or more years preferred) teaching experience in physical therapy education settings., • Evidence of professional development in the areas of teaching and learning., • Knowledge around working with an interprofessional healthcare team., • 5 years teaching experience in an academic setting in some capacity., • Preferred in-depth knowledge of adult neurologic cardiopulmonary and/or musculoskeletal physical therapist practice/scientific knowledgebase (in-depth knowledge of additional areas of physical therapist practice/scientific knowledgebase strongly encouraged)., • Must be able to sustain positions for periods of time and move about a classroom and/or campus for extended periods of time., • May need to lift supplies of up to 20lbs per item. Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement that may include a partially or fully remote work location consistent with Wideners Flexible Work policy. U.S work authorization required. Widener University an independent metropolitan doctoral-intensive university connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching active scholarship personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester PA Wideners main campus is nestled between Philadelphia PA and Wilmington DE with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university please visit our website at . EOE M/F/V/D Key Skills Patient Care,Anatomy Knowledge,Physiology Knowledge,Medical office experience,Office Experience,Patient Assessment,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Front Desk,Teaching,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1