Assistant Professor, Part-Time, Core Faculty - DPT NH

Franklin Pierce University • Manchester, NH

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Franklin Pierce University , invites applications and nominations for the Part-Time position of Open Rank Faculty Member for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in Manchester, New Hampshire. Franklin Pierce University seeks a collaborative faculty member that specializes in Medically Complex Patient, Exercise Prescription, Physical Agents. Commitment to the profession of Physical Therapy, contemporary education, and the inclusive excellence of our students are fundamental to success in this position. This position is 50% of one (1) FTE. Reporting to the DPT-NH Program Director, the DPT Faculty member will play a key role in shaping the next generation of physical therapists. This part-time, 12-month, in person faculty position involves conducting all tasks required for the ongoing functioning of the clinical education program. This will include, program development, curriculum/content delivery, assessment, student advisement within course teaching, leadership in service to the department and profession as appropriate, and steady fulfillment of a scholarly agenda as appropriate that will inform one’s teaching and research interests. Faculty are expected to teach short modules or lab experiences in courses outside of their assigned course load where integration of their expertise is necessary for the taxonomy of building curriculum/topic information strategically. The new faculty member will be joining a well-established in-person program that is committed to providing evidence-based educational practice.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., D.Sc.).
• ABD will be considered (preferred).
• DPT plus Board Certification in an area of specialization (required).
• Physical Therapy licensure in New Hampshire or eligibility (license obtained within 90 days of employment).
• Minimum of three years of clinical experiences
• Demonstrated effective and innovative teaching in academia (full-time or adjunct).
• Expertise in physical therapy management of patients with complex medical conditions.
• Experience in patient care management across the continuum of care.
• Travel for university-related purposes is required.

Nice To Haves

• ABD will be considered (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver curriculum for assigned courses with expansion to other specified classes/labs in aligned content and expertise.
• Student Advising
• Provide leadership in department and professional service.
• Engage in community outreach efforts informing teaching and research interests.
• Steady contribution to scholarly activities.
• Participation in program administrative activities such as student application review, engagement in open house events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree