Full-time Faculty, Physical Therapy College of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Job Location:

Azusa, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 70304 - 125460

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title: Full-time Faculty

Position Tracking Number: F697

School/College: College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Department: Physical Therapy

Location: Azusa CA

About APU:

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles California. As a leading Christian university in California Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship faith integration diversity and internationalization APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University recognizing APUs high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 bachelors masters and doctoral programs on campus online and at seven regional locations across Southern California APU continues to be recognized annually as one of Americas Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Job Description:

The Department of Physical Therapy at Azusa Pacific University invites applications for a faculty position in our in-person Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Qualified applicants may also teach in the PhD in Rehabilitation and Movement Science program. The department has state of the art biomechanics and pain science lab equipment for faculty research. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in teaching and scholarship with preference for those with experience in one or more of the following areas: cardiopulmonary acute or geriatric care. We will also consider candidates with a background in limb loss medical ethics or have clinical specialty certification in other areas.

Applicants can learn more about the Physical Therapy department by exploring this link: design curricula and carry out research in their area of expertise.

Service to the university and the profession.

Coordinate and organize classroom support staff and student teaching assistants.

Regular punctual attendance as required by the supervisor based on department needs.

Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

A physical therapist with an earned terminal academic doctorate (Ph.D. EdD DHSc etc.) ispreferred. Candidates without an earned post-professional degree must have an established planof study for obtaining such a degree.
Applicants must be eligible for PT licensure in California (license obtained within 90 days of employment) have a defined research agenda record of publications and a strong Christian commitment.

Experience:

Prior academic or clinical teaching experience and specialization are valued assets in addition toan earned post-professional academic degree.
Three to five years of teaching experience in an entry-level DPT program preferred.
Three to five years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist in area of specialty preferred.

Workload:

Full-time

Hire Date: Open until filled.

Mental Demands:

Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.
Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.
Self starter ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

Compensation:

$70304 to $125460 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications experience and internal addition to compensation APU offers a competitive benefits package.
Compensation will be based on experience rank and qualifications.

Additional Information:

Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific Universitys Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity work effectively with diverse populations and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Please click the links to learn more about what we believe our mission statement and our statement of faith. You can learn more about APU by watching the stories of faculty staff and alumni as they carry out our mission here: Pacific University does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex age disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Azusa Pacific University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Position Title: Full-time FacultyPosition Tracking Number: F697School/College: College of Nursing and Health SciencesDepartment: Physical TherapyLocation: Azusa CAAbout APU:Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles California. As a lea...