Faculty Position Open Rank Division of Physical Therapy
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Description
Open-Rank Faculty Position Division of Physical Therapy
Emory University School of Medicine Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Location: Atlanta Georgia
Appointment Type: Full-Time 12-Month
About the Division of Physical Therapy:
The Emory DPT Program is consistently ranked among the top programs nationally and is part of the Emory University School of Medicine. The Division is known for its excellence in scholarship clinical education and strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. Faculty benefit from robust departmental support mentorship in teaching and scholarship and access to a wide array of resources across Emory University and the Atlanta community. Collaborative opportunities exist with institutions such as the Atlanta VA Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Georgia Institute of Technology Shepherd Center and the Emory Healthcare System.
Position Summary:
The Division of Physical Therapy at Emory University invites applications for a full-time open-rank faculty position with a primary emphasis on teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. We are seeking candidates who are passionate educators and committed to advancing physical therapy education through excellence in instruction mentorship and service. Candidates must be licensed in the state of Georgia or eligible of licensure in Georgia. Candidates with additional training and qualifications such as ABPTS- board-certified specialist or residency training with domain expertise in geriatrics will be prioritized. This is an on-site position in Atlanta GA.
Qualifications and Responsibilities:
Candidates must hold a terminal doctorate (PhD EdD ScD or equivalent) in a relevant field and be eligible for physical therapy licensure in Georgia. ABD candidates will be considered with a clearly defined plan for degree completion. Preferred qualifications include but are not limited to residency training fellowships and/or specialty certification (e.g. ABPTS-recognized) in one or more of the following domains: geriatric physical therapy (e.g. GCS) or integumentary/wound management (e.g. Certified Wound Specialist or ABPTS Certified Wound Management Clinical Specialist).Experience teaching in a DPT or related health professions program and/or evidence of scholarly engagement is highly desirable. The successful candidate will contribute primarily to teaching in the DPT curriculum advise and mentor students and participate in curriculum development and service activities. Opportunities for clinical practice or scholarship may be available based on interest and alignment with program needs.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should submit:
- A cover letter detailing qualifications and interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Names and contact information for three professional references
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone: (V) (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at or call (Voice) (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
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