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    Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching and Curriculum Coordinator - Memphis, United States - University of Memphis

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    Posting Number FAE1770
    Advertised Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Teaching and Curriculum Coordinator
    Campus Location Lambuth Campus (Jackson, TN)
    Position Number 024122
    Category Full-Time Faculty
    Department College of Health Sciences
    Position Summary
    The University of Memphis, College of Health Sciences (CHS) seeks a dynamic and innovative individual to join our faculty as a non-tenure track assistant/associate professor of teaching for a new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program approved by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC). The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing our program curriculum while maintaining excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. The program is focused on training physical therapists to provide excellent patient-centered care, service, and leadership within their community and the profession. We seek an educator who will collaborate with our program team to deliver a contemporary entry-level physical therapy curriculum focused on developing clinical practitioners and leaders to meet the needs of society and the profession.
    The successful candidate will serve as the program curriculum coordinator leading the development, organization, sequencing, and integration of courses to facilitate student achievement of program outcomes. Course instruction and student skill assessments are expected. Other responsibilities include course and program assessment, accreditation activities, academic advising, and admission interviews. Providing service to the College, University, and profession is also expected.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    · Effective communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students within the program and across the university.
    · Teach courses assigned throughout the DPT curriculum, incorporating active learning strategies, care-based learning, and experiential activities to promote student mastery of course content and clinical skills.
    · Lead the development of the DPT curriculum including organization, mapping, sequencing, and integration of the curriculum to ensure alignment with accreditation standards, industry trends, and best practices in higher education to facilitate student achievement of expected program outcomes.
    · Collaborate with program faculty, administrators, and stakeholders to identify learning outcomes, competencies, and educational goals for the DPT program.
    · Integrate evidence-based practices, emerging technologies, and pedagogical innovations in to the curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
    · Regularly assess and revise curriculum components based on feedback, assessment data, and emerging trends in physical therapist education and healthcare.
    · Participate actively in program, college, institutional and/or professional service activities, including committee work, faculty meetings, and accreditation processes with current active membership in a professional society (i.e., APTA).
    · Ability to participate in independent or collaborative scholarly activities including the design, implementation and completion of products with dissemination through presentation or publications.
    · Mentor students in the academic setting, providing guidance, feedback, and support to facilitate their professional development and success.
    · Foster a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and respect in the classroom, promoting equity and accessibility for all students.
    · Other duties as assigned or required.

    Minimum Position Qualifications
    · An entry-level degree in physical therapy (BS/MS PT or DPT) with an earned or in-progress terminal academic degree (i.e., DHSc, EdD, PhD or equivalent academic degree) or a professional DPT degree, a clinical specialization/advanced credential, and an eagerness to enroll in a terminal academic doctorate.
    · Must be licensed or eligible for licensure within the state of Tennessee.
    · At least five years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice and/or educator.
    · Desire to teach in area of expertise.
    · Contemporary expertise in specific content to assigned teaching area.
    · An area of scholarly interest.
    · Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor.
    · Administrative experience with evidence of organizational skills, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
    · Highly effective oral and written communication skills in English are required; candidates must meet eligibility requirements to begin and continue working in the United States at the time of appointment.
    Special Conditions
    PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
    · Clinical specialization or expertise in an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) specialty area.
    · Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, assessment, and educational technology within the field of physical therapy or healthcare education.
    · Record of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications, presentation, and external funding (commensurate with rank).
    · Active involvement in the American Physical Therapy Association, one of its Academies or Sections, and/or a state (Tennessee) Physical Therapy Association.
    · Experience in classroom or laboratory instruction with graduate students, particularly physical therapist students.
    · Active involvement in professional organizations, community service, and/or clinical practice is desirable.

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
    · Excellent verbal and written communication skills to correspond effectively with various stakeholders including students, faculty, and administrators.
    · Strong organizational abilities to develop, organize and map curriculum coursework, and ensure adequate assessment of student achievement of outcomes based on CAPTE standards.
    · Ability to resolve issues or conflicts that may arise.
    · Comfortable with technology and capable of learning new platforms and software.
    · Interest in participating in scholarly work.
    · Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff, faculty, and clinical educators. Positive attitude and customer service skills are a must.


    Open Until Screening Begins Yes
    Hiring Range Commensurate with experience and qualifications
    Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

    Is this posting for UofM employees only? No



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