Assistant Teaching Professor/Lecturer of Physical Therapy Assistant

Pennsylvania State University Hazleton, PA Full-time Education

Posted on April 18, 2024

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Assistant Teaching Professor/Lecturer of Physical Therapy Assistant

Penn State Hazleton invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor/Lecturer of Physical Therapy Assistant. Assistant teaching professor title designates completion of terminal degree. This is a term appointment, one-year with option for renewal, 36 weeks, to begin August 5, 2024, or as negotiated.

Responsibilities:

Teach up to four courses (12 credits) each semester using traditional, in-person methods. Successful candidates will have a background in orthopedics and be able to instruct courses within the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program. Examples of courses include: PTA Procedures I and II, Human Musculature and Functional Anatomy, Therapeutic Exercise, and Pathophysiology. Teaching assignments may require teaching day and/or evening as needed.

In accordance with Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) criteria, successful candidates will have a minimum of three years of full-time (or equivalent) post-licensure clinical experience in physical therapy practice. In addition, the candidate will hold an active, unrestricted PT license or PTA license/certification in any United States jurisdiction and be in compliance with the state practice act in Pennsylvania.

Faculty are expected to engage in activities to stay current in the discipline, advise students and provide career guidance, participate in campus, university, and community service activities, and participate in course, curriculum, and program development.

We actively look for faculty with a commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment. Successful candidates will be expected to promote and advance the University's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications:

Licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant with a minimum of master's degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

Campus Information:

Penn State Hazleton is one of 20 Penn State campuses state-wide. It is a student-centered, residential campus of approximately 550 students. The coursework for the first two years of more than 160 Penn State baccalaureate majors is offered, as well as 13 baccalaureate degrees, including a B.A. in Corporate Communication and 5 associate degrees.

Students and faculty at Penn State Hazleton have all the resources of a major research university at their disposal, but in a small college atmosphere. Class sizes are small, and the student/faculty ratio is low, so students can receive much individual attention. Our faculty members are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience to their students and are actively engaged in research. Our students receive a world-class education delivered in a small campus setting and have opportunities to participate in undergraduate research projects supervised by faculty members. For more information about the campus visit https://hazleton.psu.edu/

Inquiries about the position should be addressed to:

Amie Yenser, Assistant Chief Academic Officer, Penn State Hazleton (alv10@psu.edu or 570-450-3063).

How to Apply:

For full consideration, applicants are required to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a diversity statement that details how their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported the success of students from diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experiences should note their plans for such work) as a single PDF document; other information pertinent to the position may also be included. Finalists will be asked to submit a list of three references.

Closing Date: Application review begins immediately, and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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