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

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Slippery Rock University seeks a full-time temporary instructor for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program for 2027-2028. Responsibilities include teaching pediatric and/or cardiopulmonary physical therapy, advising students, and pursuing scholarly activity in a CAPTE-compliant environment. Strong teaching and mentoring skills are required.

Applicants should have licensure eligibility in PA and doctoral-level education, with prior higher-ed teaching experience and a commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license or eligibility for PT licensure in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Teach in areas of pediatric and/or cardiopulmonary physical therapy and other department needs.
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Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring skills

Problem-solving

Counseling skills

Diversity education commitment

Content expertise in pediatric PT

Content expertise in cardiopulmonaryPT

Education

Doctoral degree (DPT/PhD/EdD or other)

Licensure eligibility (PA PT)

Job description

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number I02586

Classification Title Graduate Physical Therapy Program Instructor | Full-Time Temporary2027-2028

Working Title Graduate Physical Therapy Program Instructor | Full-Time Temporary2027-2028 | I02586

Employee Group Faculty

Bargaining Unit APSCUF

Location Main Campus

Department Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Employment Type Temporary FT

Work Schedule In person instruction

Position Summary Information

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 coverletter.

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

Posting Detail Information

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.

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

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Applicant Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application