Graduate Physical Therapy Program Instructor

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

I02586

Classification Title

Graduate Physical Therapy Program Instructor | Full-Time Temporary
2027-2028

Working Title

Graduate Physical Therapy Program Instructor | Full-Time Temporary
2027-2028 | I02586

Employee Group

Faculty

Bargaining Unit

APSCUF

Location

Main Campus

Department

Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Pay Rate

Employment Type

Temporary FT

Work Schedule

In person instruction

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Slippery Rock University
is seeking applicants for a full-time, temporary instructor for the
2027-2028 academic year, in our well-established, three-year, fully
accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Slippery Rock
University is one of 10 universities in the Pennsylvania State
System of Higher Education and offers an excellent salary
structure.

Responsibilities will include teaching in the areas of pediatric
and/or cardiopulmonary physical therapy, as well as other areas of
need within the department’s curriculum. Prior teaching experience
in anatomy and physiology or pathology are also relevant for this
position. Other duties include service at the department, college,
university, and professional levels, student advising, and pursuit
of scholarly activity through research, publications, professional
presentations, and/or clinical practice. All faculty must comply
with the accreditation requirements of the Commission on
Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education ( CAPTE ).

Minimum Qualifications

Current unrestricted license or eligibility for PT licensure in
Pennsylvania.

Doctoral preparation with a DPT, PhD, EdD, or other doctoral
degree.

Minimum 3 years of full-time post-licensure clinical PT
practice.

Content expertise in pediatric physical therapy and/or
cardiopulmonary physical therapy.

Teaching experience in higher education or physical therapy
professional development settings.

Successful candidates must possess strong communication,
organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, counseling, and
mentoring skills.

Successful candidates must demonstrate commitment to the education
of diverse populations.

Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration,
where effective teaching skills and use of instructional technology
will be evaluated.

Preferred Qualifications

Contemporary clinical practice and expertise beyond that obtained
in an entry-level physical therapy program in one or more of the
following content/practice areas: pediatric physical therapy,
cardiopulmonary physical therapy, pathology, and/or anatomy and
physiology.

Academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or other) or enrolled in
academic doctoral degree program.

Experience teaching in a graduate-level physical therapy
program.

Evidence of commitment to a scholarly agenda.

Evidence of commitment to community engagement and professional
advocacy.

Advanced training or board certification in an area of clinical
expertise.

Strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and commitment to
contribute to the program, department, college, and
university.

Applicants are asked to address how they meet the minimum
and preferred qualifications, where applicable, in a cover
letter .

Qualified applicants may be invited for virtual interviews
and teaching demonstrations.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

No

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects,
encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all.
Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of
purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation.
Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes
all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage,
gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or
socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in
the working environment, and in the daily life of the university
community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability,
age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance
with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other
applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries
regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Human Resources

205 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2070

Special Instructions to Applicants

Official transcripts are 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 candidates who
apply on or before November 23, 2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents