Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy

Job Description

George Fox University is excited to offer a 9-month, tenure track, faculty position, at the Assistant Professor level in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Our team are eager to welcome a new faculty member to join us in pursuing the department mission of innovation, excellence, evidence-based practice and generous service. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic to teach and generate research in their area of expertise. The George Fox DPT program is housed in a new 17-million-dollar Medical Science Building in Newberg, OR. The state-of-the-art motion analysis laboratory includes force plates, foot pressure systems, marker-less 3D kinematic tracking, and electromyography as well as ultrasound imaging. Faculty experts in neuroscience, biomechanics, engineering, education and clinical practice work collaboratively across specialty areas to advance physical therapy. The successful candidate will fit into this team by leading research, teaching and service projects.

George Fox University, founded by the Quakers, is committed to an evangelical Christian worldview. Candidates must have a personal philosophy and lifestyle consistent with and supportive of the university's mission and goals (see our website at georgefox.edu). Candidates should value a climate that reflects the diversity of God's kingdom, engaging in global concerns, and connecting with those from diverse cultures.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, supervision, and counsel to students.
• Participate in the identification and recruitment of qualified applicants for enrollment into the DPT program.
• Participate in the life of the university community, and other duties as assigned by the Director of the DPT program.
• Serve on committees as assigned by the DPT program director

Academic Responsibilities

• Teach entry-level DPT students in areas of expertise consistent with accreditation standards and current evidence.
• Utilize state of the art strategies for effective classroom instruction.
• Assess student performance in meeting standards for state-of-the-art physical therapy practice.
• Participate in curricular design to adapt and improve entry-level education in the area of expertise.

Scholarly Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a scholarly research agenda in an expertise area specific to physical therapy or related area of health care.
• Conduct and publish research area of expertise.
• Identify sources for and participate in the preparation and implementation of grants.
• Maintain a program of scholarly activity appropriate with academic rank.

Position Requirements

• Earned DPT degree (or equivalent) in physical therapy.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Oregon.
• Earned academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, DSc or equivalent) in physical therapy or related area of study
• Previous academic research or teaching experience
• Design and conduct independent and/or collaborative research in clinical education or related areas.
• Able to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
• A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
• All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, professors agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Accountability

This faculty position reports directly to the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director.

Application Instructions

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Faith and learning essay*

Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The geographic area might be particularly attractive for those interested in professional involvement with Native American, Asian American, or Hispanic culture.

*INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING ESSAY George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries)

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