Per Diem Lab Instructor

Drexel University; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Drexel University in Center City, Philadelphia, invites applications for a part-time per diem Lab instructor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. The role focuses on teaching adults, planning and delivering theoretical instruction and clinical or laboratory experiences aligned with PTRS curriculum.

Essential duties include evaluating student achievement, maintaining communication with course directors, and advancing physical therapy education in line with the department's mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, or Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development and evaluation.
• Plan and provide theoretical instruction and clinical or laboratory experience that reflect and understanding of the philosophy, objectives and curriculum of the PTRS degree or certificate programs.
• Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes. Maintain communication with the course and program director(s) regarding any course or student issues.
• Commitment to actively advancing physical therapy education and practice. Alignment with the mission and direction of the PTRS Department.

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy / Rehabilitation Science / Kinesiology

Job description

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a comprehensive, global, R1-level research institution with a unique model of experiential learning that combines academic rigor with one of the nation's premier cooperative education programs . Drexel was founded in 1891 to provide educational opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Today, we continue to prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change. Learn more about Drexel and our shared values .

Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. Drexel also participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. For more information on our extensive benefit offerings, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure .

Job no: 506728
Work type: Part-Time
Location: Center City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: College of Medicine

Job Summary

Lab instructor of Doctor of Physical Therapy program courses.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development and evaluation. Plan and provide theoretical instruction and clinical or laboratory experience that reflect and understanding of the philosophy, objectives and curriculum of the PTRS degree or certificate programs.
• Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes. Maintain communication with the course and program director(s) regarding any course or student issues.
• Commitment to actively advancing physical therapy education and practice. Alignment with the mission and direction of the PTRS Department.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, Kinesiology.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping

Location

• Center City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This is a Part-Time per diem position classified as Non-Exempt.The offered pay is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, departmentbudget, and an internal equity review.

Advertised: Jun 16 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 31 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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