Full-Time Clinical Faculty: Physical Therapy (12-month)

Physical Therapy Clinical Core FacultyQuinnipiac University's School of Health Sciences invites applications for a full-time, open-rank, clinical core faculty to develop and serve within the CAPTE accredited Quinnipiac University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. This full-time 12-month position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the next generation of physical therapists while advancing your own career in a supportive, innovative academic environment.In this role you will have a designated scholarly agenda and service responsibilities relative to the strategic plan of the PT Department and aligned with individual interests. Teaching responsibilities include instruction of entry-level DPT students in the orthopedic content area of the curriculum. This position is expected to begin in July 2026.The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty and professional staff and enrolls over 2120 students across over 22 graduate and undergraduate academic offerings. The school is organized into 7 departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, health sciences, radiologic sciences, medical microbiology & Immunology and diagnostic medical sonography and graduate majors in physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, biomedical sciences, pathologists' assistant and cardiovascular perfusion. Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, creating pioneering research, and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of people and communities.Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles — including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in men's ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs.Responsibilities include supporting the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of Quinnipiac University and the School of Health Sciences, and the PT Department. Develop, implement, and monitor teaching strategies and course design to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of instruction in meeting departmental and DPT Program accreditation requirements with specific focus in areas of expertise or various assigned courses of the curriculum. Collaborate with other faculty within orthopedic curriculum to promote excellence. Cultivate a scholarly agenda related to clinical outcomes, population health, or scholarship of teaching and learning related to area of expertise. Contribute to the ongoing quality improvement of the DPT Program, Department of Physical Therapy, and School of Health Sciences through balanced workload of teaching, scholarship, and service. Engage and seek professional development aimed at driving the mission and vision of the DPT Program and PT Department.Applicants must hold a minimum of a clinical doctorate DPT from CAPTE accredited program. Candidates must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the State of Connecticut, an active member of APTA, and have a minimum of 5 years of documented experience as a physical therapist. Evidence of strong teaching skills and use of instructional technology in area of contemporary expertise. Evidence of ability to establish a scholarly agenda (e.g., scholarship of application, discovery, integration, or teaching) through peer-reviewed publication, presentations, or ongoing scholarly endeavors. Commitment to community engagement and professional advocacy through teaching, service, and scholarship. Contribute to inclusive excellence of the academic community. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements & demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.