Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy, Musculoskeletal Anatomy

Arcadia University; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadia University in Glenside is seeking a tenure track faculty member to teach musculoskeletal anatomy and contribute to the Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum. This role involves mentorship, research, and departmental service.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD, has clinical experience, and exhibits a commitment to scholarship and collaborative education. The position requires eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in the area of musculoskeletal physical therapy.
• Experience teaching or mentoring students in academic or clinical settings.
• Eligibility to obtain a license to practice physical therapy in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective didactic instruction in musculoskeletal anatomy.
• Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to students.
• Establish a productive program of scholarship.
• Engage in professional service activities.

Skills

Content and practice expertise in musculoskeletal physical therapy

Collaborative approach to research and education

Demonstrated record of productive scholarship

Education

Academic doctorate (PhD or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

This is a twelve month, tenure track faculty position with a target start date of January 4, 2027. The position requires effective teaching in musculoskeletal anatomy and related content in our highly integrated and collaborative entry‑level program with hybrid and residential pathways. Student advising, scholarly productivity, and service to the Department, the University, and the profession are expected.

Location

Glenside

Essential Functions

Teaching and Advising

• Provide effective didactic instruction in musculoskeletal anatomy and related areas within the hybrid and residential Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum.
• Contribute to graduate‑level instruction within the PhD program and other programs as needed.
• Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to students in the department's programs.
• Contribute to the continued improvement of existing educational programs.

Research and Scholarship

• Establish and maintain a productive program of scholarship with the potential to secure extramural funding.
• Disseminate research findings through peer‑reviewed publications and national/international presentations.
• Mentor PhD students through all stages of their graduate studies, including serving as a primary dissertation advisor.

Service

• Provide meaningful service to the Department, the College, and the University.
• Engage in professional service activities at the state, national, or international level.
• Coordinate the activities of the Anatomy Resource Center.
• Coordinate the acquisition, preparation, care, and overall management of anatomical specimens, related materials, and equipment.
• Coordinate scheduled usage of the Anatomy Resource Center with other programs on campus.

Marginal Functions

• Participate in experiential learning aspects of the curriculum.
• Contribute to the development of new academic, clinical, or experiential programs.
• Host or contribute to occasional events for community groups to promote health science education, which may involve collaborating with other programs in the College at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrable content and practice expertise in musculoskeletal physical therapy.
• Demonstrated record of or clear potential for productive scholarship.
• A collaborative approach to research and education.

Supervision

• Received: Department Chair and Program Directors.
• Given: Department staff and student workers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Academic doctorate (PhD or equivalent).
• Clinical experience in area of musculoskeletal physical therapy.
• Experience teaching or mentoring students in academic or clinical settings.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility to obtain a license to practice physical therapy in the state of Pennsylvania.

EEO Statement

Arcadia University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Position Code: FF227A