Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
- Employer
- Briar Cliff University
- Location
- Sioux City, IA
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- Faculty Jobs
- Health & Medical, Allied Health, Exercise Science & Kinesiology
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
12-Month Faculty Position at Briar Cliff University’s DPT Program
Briar Cliff University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track core faculty position in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program.
Effectively manages and teaches assigned courses:
- Deliver current content expertise for physical therapy related courses in both lecture and lab formats to professional Doctor of Physical Therapy students, with possible option of instructor at undergraduate level
- Maintain class and lab environment conducive to learning by developing creative, challenging, and evidence-based learning opportunities
- Monitor student progress; gives feedback and advisement as necessary; facilitates student participation in learning activities
Advisement:
- Advise entry-level DPT students on academic, co-curricular, professional and/or personal issues and makes a referral when appropriate
- Mentor entry-level DPT students on student scholarly projects
- Mentor entry-level DPT students in integrated clinical experiences, including the pro-bono clinic
Scholarship:
- Establish and implement a scholarship agenda as required by CAPTE standards
- Participate in activities that enhance scholarship and professional development
Service:
- Participate in University activities, curriculum planning, and functions to support development and growth of the institution
- Serve on University and Program committees as assigned
- Serve as University liaison in community and/or professional activities
- Participate in professional organizations
Policy and Procedures:
- Support and exemplify the University’s mission and values
- Uphold and enforce student and faculty handbook policies, as well as University policies and procedures
Qualifications:
- Expertise and currency in human basic biomedical sciences, including, but not limited to, human anatomy, human physiology, embryology, histology, genetics, neuroanatomy, kinesiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and/or medical imaging
Preferred Education, Experiences, and Qualifications
- Earned PhD, EdD, or DSc degree in relevant area of desired teaching responsibilities
- Prior teaching experience in a graduate or professional program
- Minimum of 3 years of professional, clinical experience in physical therapy
- Eligible for physical therapy licensure in Iowa
- Clinical specialty certification
- Residency and/or fellowship
- Experience in scholarly activity
- Experience managing a cadaver lab
- Knowledge of educational and adult learning theories and principles
- Compassionate, caring attitude
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Accountable for actions and outcomes, as well as follows through on commitments
- Professional role model and willingness to enforce the University’s mission and values
- Able to provide a nurturing, respectful learning environment with a focus on clinical excellence
- Responsive to adult learner needs
- Able to work in a team environment, respectful of interdisciplinary activities
Reporting
The faculty member reports primarily to the Doctor of Physical Therapy Director. Secondary appointment and reporting would be to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program Director. The faculty member may have additional assigned duties within various undergraduate departments, in which the faculty member would also report to the respective Department Chair and/or Program Director.
Salary and rank commensurate with academic experience and credentials
If candidates have any questions regarding the position or the search process, they can contact Patrick Hauer, PT, EdD, MHS or Brian Wienk, PT, ScD, MSPT, OCS, COMPT, Co-Chairs of the DPT Faculty Search Committee, at Patrick.hauer@briarcliff.edu or Brian.Wienk@briarcliff.edu.
Candidates should send application materials, including transcripts from doctoral program and/or physical therapy degree program, cover letter, CV, scholarship plan, teaching philosophy, and list of 3 references with contact information
This position is expected to begin on August 12, 2019.
Organization
Briar Cliff University is a private, Franciscan, Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Sioux City, Iowa.Briar Cliff University is a community committed to higher education within a liberal arts and Catholic perspective. In the Franciscan tradition of service, caring and openness to all, Briar Cliff emphasizes quality education for its students, combining a broad intellectual background with career development. The University challenges its members to grow in self-awareness and in their relationships to others and to God.
- Website
- http://www.briarcliff.edu/
- Telephone
- 7122791633
- Location
-
3303 Rebecca St
Sioux City
IA
51104
US
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