Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy Tenure Track
Company: Creighton University
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Faculty Tenure Track
Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Phoenix, Arizona
Creighton University, a Catholic and Jesuit institution, invites
applications for a full-time (12 month) faculty position in our
innovative Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program in Phoenix,
Arizona. This position will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full
Professor level, and will have a Tenure-Track appointment in the
Department of Physical Therapy. Creighton seeks a quality educator
who is passionate about advancing the profession of physical
therapy through innovation, creativity, and a desire to contribute
to the scientific evidence in rehabilitation science. Faculty are
responsible for teaching in the DPT curriculum, fulfilling a
scholarly agenda, and participating in professional and
community-based service.
This program is part of Creighton s new comprehensive Phoenix
health science campus that includes academic disciplines in
medicine, physician assistant, nursing, pharmacy, and occupational
therapy. We are located centrally in midtown Phoenix. In addition
to state-of-the-art facilities, the Phoenix campus is home to
faculty with contemporary expertise and diverse research agendas,
including highly competitive grant-based initiatives. We also
collaborate closely with colleagues in our sibling Physical Therapy
Department on our Omaha, Nebraska campus . Information regarding
the mission and philosophy of the Creighton DPT programs in Phoenix
and Omaha can be found on the following website at: .
Candidates must be eligible for licensure as a physical therapist
in Arizona and possess an academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc,
or equivalent; ABD may be considered). A record of (or emerging
potential for) generating grants and peer-reviewed publications is
required. Preferred areas of expertise include exercise physiology,
kinesiology, biomechanics, and/or pediatrics, however, other areas
of expertise will be considered. Department and University teaching
and service expectations are dependent upon applicant experience
and background. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with
qualifications and experience. A competitive start-up package is
available and dependent upon research expertise and potential for
growth. Employment to begin after January 1, 2023.
Expressions of interest and all applications will be treated in
strict confidence. Application review will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled. Application materials should
include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, 1-2 page
teaching/research statement, and contact information of four
references. Application materials should be submitted
electronically on the Creighton University Human Resources website
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Once you have submitted an application, please send a brief email
to the search committee chair. Additionally, if you would like more
information or have questions regarding the faculty position,
please contact Stefany Shaibi, PT, DPT, Search Committee Chair at
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Candidates are strongly urged to familiarize themselves with
Creighton s mission and founding principles and review the Faculty
Handbook .
Creighton is a Jesuit, Catholic institution that encourages
applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds who
believe they can contribute to its distinctive educational
tradition. Creighton University is an Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity Employer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
AAP/EEO Statement
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and
non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The
University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and
accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability,
citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its
education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs,
and other programs and activities, are administered without
unlawful discrimination.
Disclosure Statement
This description describes the general nature of work to be
performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties,
skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an
essential function and all employees are required to follow any
other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related
duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be
required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and
seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is
available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster
Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify
duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without
notice.
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