Adjunct Instructor of Physical Therapy

Oregon Tech; Klamath Falls (OR); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon Tech is seeking adjunct instructors for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in Klamath Falls, OR. The role entails teaching foundational and clinical sciences courses. Candidates must have a Master's or DPT degree, alongside teaching experience.

Available teaching formats include online, hybrid, and in-person classes. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and references to join the adjunct instructor pool.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher for foundational sciences courses.
• DPT or higher for clinical sciences courses.
• Experience in teaching required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses within foundational and clinical sciences.
• Utilize online and in-person teaching modalities.
• Engage with students and provide educational support.

Skills

Experience in teaching

Familiarity with Canvas or similar LMS

Experience with Zoom, Skype, or MS Teams

Education

Master's Degree or higher for foundational sciences

DPT or higher for clinical sciences

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue based on the needs of the Department.

To apply, upload the following elements to your application.

1. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

For additional information, please contact:

Dr. Amanda Petty, Director of Clinical Education, at [e-mail]

Oregon Tech values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the learning experiences of our students and diversity of our workforce.

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Oregon Tech’s Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or [e-mail]. Please use the subject line: DPT Adjunct Pool.

Position Summary

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is a joint program at the Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) and Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU).

Oregon Tech is accepting applications for adjunct instructors for both the foundational sciences portion and the clinical sciences portion of the curriculum.

The program is recruiting a pool of persons for possible part‑time adjunct teaching positions. Qualified applicants may be invited to serve as instructors for courses within the program.

Applicants should apply online and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with contact information. In your cover letter, please specify those areas or courses that you are qualified to offer and would be interested in teaching.

Your credentials will remain active as long as the pool position is available but for no more than two years. After two years, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the most current adjunct pool.

Teaching Modality

Appointments may include courses offered on‑line, in person on campus, hybrid, or related clinic or lab, or in an alternative format responsive to state and local requirements.

Location

The primary campus location is Klamath Falls, OR.

Additional Requirements

• Master’s Degree or higher for foundational sciences courses
• DPT or higher for clinical sciences courses
• Experience in teaching

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Canvas or a similar Learning Management System (e.g., Blackboard)
• Experience using virtual meeting and collaboration tools for teaching, such as Zoom, Skype, and Microsoft Teams

Background/Pre‑Employment Check

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.

AA/EEO Statement

Oregon Tech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resources at 541-885-1028 or [e-mail].