Physical Therapy Clinical Faculty-Nontenure Track
- Employer
- East Carolina University
- Location
- Greenville
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- Faculty Jobs
- Health & Medical, Allied Health
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
East Carolina University (ECU), the third largest university in the state (~30,000 students) and constituent of the UNC system, is located in Greenville, North Carolina (population ~100,000), approximately 1½ hours from the capital city of Raleigh. Greenville is the cultural, educational, medical, and economic center of eastern North Carolina and enjoys a temperate climate. Greenville is also within driving distance to the beautiful North Carolina beaches (2 hours) and Appalachian Mountains (4 hours). ECU is part of a vibrant health care community including Vidant Medical Center, which houses the regional trauma and rehabilitation centers serving 29 counties. The ECU College of Allied Health Sciences has strong working relationships with the ECU College of Health and Human Performance, College of Engineering and Technology, Brody School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, and East Carolina Diabetes and Obesity Institute. ECU is home to both Army and Air Force ROTC programs and is in proximity to Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine, and Navy bases. The Department of Physical Therapy is in close proximity to the College of Nursing, Brody School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, and Vidant Medical Center.
East Carolina University seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a diverse student body, faculty, staff, and administration. In order to promote the University’s diversity goal, the College of Allied Health Sciences strongly encourages applicants from women, minorities, and historically underrepresented groups.
Job DutiesThis is a fixed-term, clinical faculty position at the title of Clinical Instructor or higher dependent upon qualification and credentials. The candidate will be expected to deliver content and teach clinical and laboratory skills in the musculoskeletal sequence of courses for the entry-level doctor of physical therapy (DPT) program. Additional teaching responsibilities in the candidate’s area(s) of expertise, commensurate with departmental needs, may also be expected. The candidate will also provide PT services in the department’s growing outpatient PT clinic providing evidence-based clinical care using cutting edge technology and advanced treatment regimens. The position will also involve mentoring DPT students in capstone research projects, reasonable department, college, university, and professional service obligations, and a supervisory role in our Student Run Clinic, which provides no-cost PT services to underserved individuals.
Minimum Education/ExperienceEarned DPT or tDPT degree, eligible for physical therapy licensure in North Carolina, 5 years clinical experience and effective written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
License or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationNone
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/EducationSpecialist certification, history of effective academic teaching and knowledge of current trends in the field of physical therapy.
Applicants with clinical expertise in treatment of patients with varied musculoskeletal impairments are especially invited to apply.
Special Instructions to ApplicantEast Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest
List of Three References (noting contact information)
Questions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair John Willson, PT, Ph.D. at willsonj@ecu.edu or 252.744.6241.
Additional Instructions to ApplicantIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 05/03/2019Open Until FilledYesJob Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.Initial Screening Begins 05/17/2019Rank LevelProfessor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, InstructorQuick Link for Direct Access to Posting http://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/27734AA/EOEEast Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).
Eligibility for EmploymentFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Office of Human Resources Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
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Organization
ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.
Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.
Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm
To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:
- Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
- Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
- Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
- Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
- Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
- Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm
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