- Contribute to the assessment of the design, implementation, and evaluation of individual didactic and clinical education courses, as assigned.
- Provide quality instruction in didactic and/or clinical courses inside and outside the classroom.
- Execute roles of 'course coordinator' and 'lead instructor' as assigned.
- Utilize student assessments to improve teaching, coursework, and curriculum.
- Identify and develop creative, challenging and evidence-based learning opportunities for students.
- Demonstrate expertise in student assessment and evaluation.
- Collaborate with other members of the faculty to refine the curriculum, teaching, and evaluation methods needed for effective delivery of the curriculum, including creating, developing, and evaluating innovative teaching methods that prepare students for contemporary practice.
- Be an exemplary professional role model for DPT and other Manchester students and faculty colleagues.
- Lead and participate in the scholarship of discovery, application, integration, and teaching appropriate for the faculty's discipline and interests.
- Disseminate the results of scholarly endeavors in appropriate forums, including publications, presentations, and teaching.
- Continuously advance contemporary academic knowledge and clinical skills for content area expertise and professional growth
- As appropriate, mentor and collaborate with other scholars both inside and outside the institution.
- Serve as member of committees at the program, department, college, and university as required.
- Serve as a faculty mentor to students and peer mentor to colleagues, as assigned.
- If applicable, serve as a faculty advisor to student organizations.
- Promote the culture of student success throughout the program, culminating in confidence of graduates as they prepare to take the National Physical Therapy Examination.
- Contribute meaningfully to program, department, and academic unit developmental and planning activities such as retreats and workshops.
- Contribute to a collaborative departmental culture that fosters teamwork and support.
- Participate in local, state, and national professional organizations and professional development activities.
- Represent the program and institution in the community and/or professional activities in the region.
- Participate in community service activities as appropriate for the faculty's area of practice, or as determined by the academic unit or University.
- Engage in clinical practice to maintain clinical competency and licensure and/or certification requirements.
- Maintain professional competence effectiveness through direct patient care.
- Personal Attributes
- Evidence of commitment to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion among students, faculty, and staff.
- Evidence of being highly self-directed, well-organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable completing tasks with minimal direct supervision
- Evidence of having the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and completing assigned tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
- Must be highly proficient in written communication and possess polished oral communication skills.
- Must be able to consistently present a positive attitude, contribute to a harmonious team environment and has the willingness to work cooperatively with colleagues.
- Must maintain confidentiality.
- Professional appearance is essential.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous self-improvement and professional development.
- Adept at networking with healthcare leadership on a local, regional, and state level.
- Possessing the ability to lift approximately 20 lbs.; hear and speak clearly; sit for up to 8 hours per day; and keyboard for extended periods are all essential qualifications for this position.
- Required Professional Qualifications
- Education: academic doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent).
- Possess an unrestricted PT license in any United States jurisdiction and be eligible to obtain a licensure as a physical therapist in Indiana.
- Demonstrated contemporary expertise in clinical and administrative physical therapy practice.
- Has a minimum of three years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice.
- Demonstrated understanding of current physical therapy education and practice.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and student evaluation.
- Demonstrated a commitment to interdisciplinary education in health sciences.
- Basic computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, and internet use.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Ability to deliver course content and to assist students in understanding course content.
- Ability to provide effective feedback and coaching.
- Ability to adapt to changing teaching and learning environments and content-delivery methods.
- Preferred Professional Qualifications
- Has an ABPTS board certification.
- Has a minimum of six years of full-time higher education experience.
- Has a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited entry-level physical therapist education program.
- Holds the rank of associate professor, professor, clinical associate professor, or clinical professor.
- Evidence of having a well-defined, ongoing scholarly agenda.
- Has a record of institutional or professional service.
- Has a minimum of two years of clinical practice as a CCCE and/or CI.
- Has two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development and administration in a PT program.
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Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Physical Therapy
Department: Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Campus: Fort Wayne Campus
Target Hire Date: July 2024
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
This position is a 12-month non-tenure-track faculty position with an appointment in Manchester University's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This individual is responsible for assisting the Chair and Program Director in ongoing development of the program, including didactic and clinical education coursework, program assessment plans, and other program projects as required. This individual is committed to assisting the program achieve its mission of academic excellence, student success, and advancement of the profession, college, and university.
Essential Job Functions:
Teaching 45% (approximately 13-14 load hours/year)
Scholarship 25%
Service 30%
Institutional and Professional 10%
Clinical 20%
Secondary Job Functions
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
General Information: Manchester University is an independent, liberal arts university with a campus in North Manchester, Ind., where approximately 1,300 students choose from at least 60 areas of undergraduate study, master's programs, and 21 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Our second campus in Fort Wayne is home to growing health science programs, including athletic training, nursing, nutrition and nutrigenomics, pharmacy, pharmacogenomics, and physical therapy.
Manchester has a distinctive commitment to developing respect for ethnic, cultural, and religious pluralism and international consciousness. Manchester University respects the infinite worth of every individual and graduates persons of ability and conviction who draw upon their education and faith to lead principled, productive, and compassionate lives that improve the human condition. As an institution rooted in the tradition of the Church of the Brethren, Manchester University values learning, faith, service, integrity, diversity, and community.
Work Schedule: Onsite classes are generally scheduled between 8 am and 5 pm. Some classes, laboratories, events, and/or meetings may be scheduled in the evening or on weekends.
To Apply: We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Apply online via ADP and submit a cover letter, curriculum vita/resume, teaching philosophy, and evidence of effective teaching. Questions can be emailed to
Manchester University is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants who further diversify our faculty and staff are warmly welcome.