DPT Faculty

Graceland University is a private non-profit institution of approximately 1450 undergraduate and graduate students. Founded in 1895 with the support of the Community of Christ it is recognized by the Princeton Review as Best in the Midwest since 2012. Graceland University is seeking an innovative candidate for a full-time (12-month) Core faculty appointment with clinical rank commensurate with experience for its developing Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program in Independence Missouri. Several areas of instructional content that are desirable are cardiopulmonary/acute care physical therapy fundamentals therapeutic exercise wound care primary care or prosthetics. Other areas of content expertise will be considered based upon the candidates specific experiences our current faculty expertise and program needs. If questions arise related to the fit of a candidates content expertise prior to applying feel free to email the program director at .

Under the general direction of the DPT Program Director core faculty will cultivate professional growth in the administration of a physical therapy entry-level education program and as a teacher and scholar while performing service to the department college university and community. They will engage in scholarship activities with priority for those which engage and enhance the academic and professional development of students. They are required to maintain competence in the academic field by remaining current in their own and related disciplines and in the most effective hybrid instructional methods. They will demonstrate effectiveness in the synthesis interpretation and communication of new addition to instructional and scholarly activity this individual will participate in activities consistent with the policies of Graceland University. This is a full-time 12-month faculty position with instructional terms in spring summer and fall. Regular travel to the state of Missouri/Kansas is required.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (or tDPT) from an accredited university WITH ABPTS board certification or advanced professional certification
• Understanding of higher education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for teaching in physical therapy education
• Knowledge of legislative regulatory legal and practice issues affecting students and the profession of physical therapy
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Kansas
• Strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity and ability to interact effectively with diverse cultural and ethnic groups
• Active in professional activities at local state and/or national levels

Desired Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (PhD EdD DSc) in physical therapy or related field
• Academic experience in a DPT entry-level educational program specific to this content area
• Documented education and knowledge of an entry-level PT hybrid educational model
• Demonstrated evidence of teaching effectiveness preferred in a hybrid format and desire to implement new and current technologies in both distance and onsite educational environments
• Demonstrated innovation organization problem solving leadership conflict resolution and interpersonal skills in areas related to professional practice

Other Qualifications:

• Upon hire candidate must have reliable transportation to facilitate travel to Graceland University worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes as applicable access to an airport with regular flights to Kansas City MO a valid drivers license and a personal or rental vehicle that is legally registered and insured
• Able to teach classes as scheduled
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilizes excellent time and stress management skills

Review of candidates will begin immediately with a deadline of October 10^th 2025. Start date is negotiable but desired to be as early as December 2025.

Please include the following:

1. Cover letter with brief explanation of how you meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications
2. CAPTE CV
3. Educational philosophy
4. Contact information for 3 references (email preferred)

Please submit all documents via this link: Graceland job website.

Please send questions to:

Leigh Murray PT PhD

Search Committee Chair

1401 W. Truman Rd.

Independence MO 64050

816.423.4681