Faculty–Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Johnson & Wales University; Providence, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI, seeks a Faculty member for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. The role emphasizes teaching, student outcomes assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and university service.

Ideal candidates hold a CAPTE-accredited DPT and have 5+ years of clinical experience, including neurology or complex medical cases, with RI license or eligibility. This is a full-time, campus-based position with opportunities to contribute to program growth.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in physical therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Five or more years of clinical experience as a licensed physical therapist.
• Five or more years of clinical experience treating patients with neurological or medically complex conditions.
• Active Rhode Island physical therapy license or eligibility to obtain such licensure.
• Experience teaching DPT students (clinical instructor).

Responsibilities

• Teach DPT courses, develop curriculum, and advise students.
• Assess student outcomes and participate in curriculum improvements.
• Deliver current course material in an engaging, motivating manner.
• Lead or participate in data analysis to improve program outcomes.
• Attend faculty and department meetings and university events.
• Support enrollment and retention through advising and activities.

Skills

Licensed physical therapist

Rhode Island license or eligibility

Teaching DPT / clinical instructor

Clinical experience with neurological/

5+ years clinical experience

Education

DPT (CAPTE-accredited) or terminal degree

Alternate bachelor's/master's with doctorate

Job description

Faculty-Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Job no: 11196
Work type: Full Time
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Categories: Faculty, Academics, Calendar Year (12-Month), Campus Based

Summary

Faculty members are responsible for providing students with a rich, relevant and engaging academic experience. The faculty role encompasses teaching, student outcomes assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and university service. Faculty continuously engage in professional development while maintaining current expertise in the applicable content area and developing students through effective and innovative teaching and learning practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates specialized knowledge and maintains expertise in the theory, skills, and pedagogy of the applicable discipline or profession
• Uses strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepares and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
• Uses strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepares and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
• Continually assesses course objectives and instructional methods to improve teaching and learning
• Uses formative and summative assessments of student learning within assigned courses to inform instruction and improve student attainment of course objectives and program outcomes
• Establishes a student and advisor relationship that provides guidance with regard to program choices and career possibilities and supports student educational growth through guided decision making
• Supports the university's outcomes initiatives by working to refine and revise course assignments and evaluation tools and leading or participating in data analysis discussions to make program and course improvements
• Facilitates development and revision of programs and courses, assuring alignment within the program description and outcomes, course objectives and content, as well as university curriculum standards
• Attends commencement, convocation, faculty meetings, department meetings, committee meetings, professional development programs, and other university events, as applicable
• Supports student enrollment and retention by participating in university events, advising student clubs and organizations, and assisting with admissions activities
• Adheres to and fulfills the responsibilities of all faculty members as outlined in the faculty manual
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in physical therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program or a bachelor's or master's degree from a CAPTE-accredited program with an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution
• Five or more years of clinical experience as a licensed physical therapist
• Five or more years of clinical experience treating patients with neurological or medically complex conditions
• Active Rhode Island physical therapy license or eligibility to obtain such licensure
• Experience teaching DPT students (clinical instructor)

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal academic doctoral degree or a doctoral degree in physical therapy
• Experience teaching physical therapy education, preferably in a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
• Board certification as a Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS), Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Clinical Specialist (CCS), Oncology Clinical Specialist (OCS), or Wound Management certification
• Clinical experience in cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary practice areas
• Experience in clinical settings across the continuum of care

Please Note:

Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Advertised: 20 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled