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Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy

Employer
North Central College
Location
Naperville, IL
Closing date
Feb 24, 2022

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Posting Details Posting Number F000248
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
Department Physical Therapy
Division School of Education & Health Sciences
FLSA Status Exempt
Faculty Status
Supervisor Title Chair, Department of Physical Therapy
Status Full-time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Tenure Track
Position Summary The Department of Physical Therapy in the School of Education and Health Sciences at North Central College is excited to announce a search for an individual eager to assist in the development and implementation of an innovative Doctor of Physical Therapy Program built on a liberal arts foundation. The program will prepare physical therapists who will be able to navigate the complexities of future health care systems with strong skills in movement science, relationship and patient/client centered care, professionalism, communication, and technology focused on the pursuit of excellence. Appointment will be at the rank of assistant or associate professor based on qualifications and experience.Program highlights include:* A program mission that focuses on supporting learners on their journey to becoming excellent clinicians, educators, scholars, and leaders dedicated to serving society as movement system experts.* A program dedication to living the values of integrity, excellence, and balance through education, clinical practice, community engagement, leadership, and scholarship.* Opportunities for interdisciplinary pedagogy and research with growing and expanding programs within the School and across the College.* Located in a new, contemporary, interdisciplinary building that includes state-of-the-art classrooms, research, and simulation spaces. * Utilization of innovative pedagogical ideas integrated with technology to deliver a curriculum built on a liberal arts and movement science foundation. * The position is a 12-month position with eligibility for competitive salaries, benefits, sabbatical, pro-term semester, and professional development and scholarship support. Faculty rank is commensurate with experience and credentials.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and innovative individual with expertise in acute, neurological, or cardiopulmonary physical therapy to join our dynamic team. Individuals with expertise in other areas of physical therapy care are also encouraged to apply. Individuals who enjoy working collaboratively with others, enjoy working closely with students, and have an interest in being innovative in physical therapy education are encouraged to apply. Start date is negotiable between July 2022 and July 2023.

The successful applicant is required to have an earned clinical (DPT) or academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, DHSc, etc.) from an accredited institution; be a licensed physical therapist in the state of Illinois or be eligible for and have intent to obtain physical therapist licensure in Illinois; have the ability to function well within a collegial and collaborative environment, have the ability to live by and role model the mission, vision, values, and commitment of the North Central College Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, and have evidence of contemporary expertise in one or more content areas taught within physical therapy curriculum. It is preferred the successful candidate demonstrate evidence of an ongoing or developing record of a scholarly agenda or the potential to develop a scholarly agenda consistent with the mission of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students, and ongoing scholarship.

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The College has expanded its clinical professional programs, including occupational therapy, Athletic Training, and Physician Assistant Studies. Completed in 2021, the Dr. Myron Wentz Center for Health Sciences and Engineering houses state-of-the-art simulation, classroom, interprofessional education, and research spaces designed for the health sciences. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit: . North Central College is an EEO Employer.Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate transcripts and contact information for three professional references in an electronic format to https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/9097 . For further information, potential applicants are encouraged to contact Sara Scholtes, PT, DPT, PhD, Chair, Department of Physical Therapy, at sscholtes@noctrl.edu. North Central College values diversity and is committed to social justice, equity and inclusiveness. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirableReview of applications will begin February 1, 2022. Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment Conditions An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College's background screening process.
Number of Vacancies 1
EEO Statement North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu

Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Information

Category

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Education

Doctorate

Job type

Full time

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