Faculty Position, Department of Physical Therapy, Musculoskeletal Course Series, Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Science, Thomas Jefferson University
About The Position
The Department of Physical Therapy at Thomas Jefferson University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position (all ranks considered) with expertise in teaching musculoskeletal physical therapy content and in treating individuals with musculoskeletal conditions. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the musculoskeletal team. Preference will be given to candidates who also hold a terminal academic degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DSc); however, all qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Primary teaching responsibilities will be in the musculoskeletal course series and based on programmatic needs and content expertise. This position has scholarship and academic service responsibilities. Individuals must have demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion, exhibit collegiality and prioritize teamwork. The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized faculty who are committed to graduating students who are prepared to practice in tomorrow’s health care environment. The Department of Physical Therapy resides in Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Science. This is a salaried position with a generous benefit and retirement program. Academic appointment and salary will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications to fill this position will begin immediately and will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should submit an on-line application/CV, Cover Letter and a teaching philosophy statement on-line: https://hr.jefferson.edu/careers.html then then in Search Box enter REQ-0018586 to apply.
Requirements
- Earned degree in Physical Therapy (e.g. DPT) from an accredited college or university.
- Board certified orthopedic or sports clinical specialist (OCS, SCS
- Experience working with orthopedic populations across the lifespan and in the management of individuals with musculoskeletal conditions.
- Current physical therapy license in Pennsylvania or eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania.
- Prior teaching experience in an entry-level DPT educational program.
- Strong communication and collaborative skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Exhibit collegiality and prioritize teamwork.
Nice To Haves
- Terminal academic degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DSc)
Responsibilities
- Teaching responsibilities in the musculoskeletal course series based on programmatic needs and content expertise.
- Scholarship and academic service responsibilities.
Benefits
- This is a salaried position with a generous benefit and retirement program.
- Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
- Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
- All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
