Physical Therapy Faculty | Temporary Part Time (.25) 2026-2027 Academic Year

Position Summary

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Slippery Rock University is seeking applicants for a temporary part-time (25%) faculty member in our well-established, fully accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Slippery Rock University is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.

Responsibilities will include teaching in the area of professional practice in physical therapy as well as other areas of need within the department’s curriculum. Other faculty responsibilities include service at the department level and the pursuit of scholarly activity or professional development. All faculty are required to comply with accreditation requirements of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education ( CAPTE ).

Minimum Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license or eligibility for PT licensure in Pennsylvania.
• A minimum of 3 years post-licensure clinical practice in physical therapy.
• Content expertise in professional practice, governance, health care policy and regulations, communication including documentation, ethics and professionalism, legal considerations, and business practices.
• Successful candidates must possess strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and mentoring skills.
• Candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the education of diverse populations.
• Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration is a required component of the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Content expertise and experience in leadership, interprofessional education in healthcare, management of physical therapy services, and involvement in professional organizations.
• Current clinical practice and/or advanced training in key content areas of professional practice.
• Experience with in-person and/ or online teaching.
• Strong skills in the use of educational technology.
• Previous administrative experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 11, 2026.

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Unofficial Transcripts 2

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (e.g. peer reviews, student evaluations, honors and awards, etc.)
3. Unofficial Transcripts 3