The program in Physical Therapy at Northern Arizona University (NAU) is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor at its Flagstaff campus. The program delivers a team-taught, entry-level DPT curriculum. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include chairing courses in neuroscience and neurologic rehabilitation for adults and children and collaborating with colleagues on both campuses for the provision of the highest possible educational experience for entry-level DPT students. Other expectations include research and dissemination, student advisement, and service to the department, college, university, and profession.
We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. Minimum qualifications include: 1) eligibility for physical therapy licensure in Arizona; 2) an earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, DSc) in physical therapy or a related field from an accredited institution (candidates nearing completion of a doctorate (ABD) may be considered, but the doctorate must be completed by the start date); 3) clinical experience in adult and/or pediatric rehabilitation; 4) prior experience in development, implementation, completion, and dissemination of research projects.
NAU is a 25,000-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of 62,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Please visit the NAU recruitment website at www.nau.edu/HR/ to view a full description of the position and the application process.
Interested individuals should electronically submit a letter of application, which includes a statement of academic and professional goals, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3 professional references to Karen Mueller, PT, PhD (Search Committee Chair) at Karen.Mueller@nau.edu. Questions or nominations can be directed to Dr. Mueller via e-mail or phone, (928) 523-7434. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or closed, however, review of applicants will begin November 25, 2011.