What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Faculty position at Slippery Rock University?
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Slippery Rock University is seeking applicants for a temporary part-time (25%) faculty member in our well-established, fully accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Slippery Rock University is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.
Responsibilities will include teaching in the area of professional practice in physical therapy as well as other areas of need within the department’s curriculum. Other faculty responsibilities include service at the department level and the pursuit of scholarly activity or professional development. All faculty are required to comply with accreditation requirements of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Minimum Qualifications
- Current unrestricted license or eligibility for PT licensure in Pennsylvania.
- A minimum of 3 years post-licensure clinical practice in physical therapy.
- Content expertise in professional practice, governance, health care policy and regulations, communication including documentation, ethics and professionalism, legal considerations, and business practices.
- Successful candidates must possess strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and mentoring skills.
- Candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the education of diverse populations.
- Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration is a required component of the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
- Content expertise and experience in leadership, interprofessional education in healthcare, management of physical therapy services, and involvement in professional organizations.
- Current clinical practice and/or advanced training in key content areas of professional practice.
- Experience with in-person and/ or online teaching.
- Strong skills in the use of educational technology.
- Previous administrative experience.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
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Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX
208 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070
208 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070
Special Instructions to Applicants
Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 11, 2026.