Adjunct Faculty - Physical Therapy

University of North Florid; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 1,137,000 - 1,619,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Florida invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position in the Department of Physical Therapy. The role involves teaching assigned courses, adhering to the syllabus, and coordinating with the program director.

Office hours are negotiated with leadership and scheduled accordingly. Required qualifications include a Doctor of Physical Therapy and an active Florida license; preferred candidates hold a post-professional doctorate and LMS teaching experience.

Qualifications

• DPT degree required.
• Current Florida Physical Therapy license required.
• Experience in clinical or academic physical therapy settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and schedule.
• Hold scheduled office hours with frequency/modalities negotiated with program leadership.
• Contribute to department teaching activities for the term.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Licensed Florida Physical Therapist

Job description

DepartmentPhysical Therapy, Chair-OPSCompensation$0.00 AnnualGeneral Description/Primary Purpose :Part-time adjunct faculty position in the Department of Physical Therapy. Adjunct faculty are employed on a semester-by-semester basis, as needed, and are non-tenure-earning.Position responsibilities include but are not limited to: Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course schedule Hold scheduled office hours with frequency and modality as negotiated with the acting program director and department chairWorking Hours : Part-timeWork Schedule : VariesSupervision Exercised : This is not a supervisory role.Required Licensure : Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of FloridaAnticipated Start Date : The position is expected to begin on December 17, 2026Compensation : Adjunct faculty are paid a minimum of $1000 per credit hour.Required Qualifications :Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degreeCurrent Florida Physical Therapy LicenseClinical or academic experience in physical therapyPreferred Qualifications: An earned post-professional doctorate (e.g., PhD, EdD, ScD) in a related field Experience teaching in a Learning Management System (LMS), particularly Canvas Experience teaching graduate-level coursework in physical therapyAdditional Application Materials Required :Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:Current curriculum vitaeCover letterStatement of teaching philosophyUnofficial transcriptsNames, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.Job Posting Close Date : Open until filled. Note: Adjunct postings may close at any time without notice.How to Apply :Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Pamela Niemczyk at [e-mail] or Alethia Wilkerson at [e-mail] the Department :The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of North Florida offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and is committed to excellence in education, clinical practice, and research. For more information about the Department of Physical Therapy, visit: UNF: Department of Physical TherapyRequired QualificationsA temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to provide instruction in connection with an established program.The appointments are for:•One (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University.•May teach undergraduate courses with a Master's degree in a specified discipline.•Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.Statement(s) of UnderstandingThis position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX CoordinatorEqual OpportunityThe University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.CarnegieUNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.