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Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy - 27361
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Position Number: 1896065
Location: DeKalb, IL
Position Type: Health - Physical & Occupational Therapy

Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy - 27361

Posting Number: FAC0117P
Classification: Assistant/Associate Professor
Job Code: 2000FACUL
Type of Position: F
FTE: 1.00
Representation: Union
Department: Allied Health & Comm Disorders

Position Description Summary:
Department, University, and Community description

Northern Illinois University is recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in the category of Research Universities (high research activity) and located 60 miles west of Chicago. The Physical Therapy program is part of the School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders. Faculty in audiology, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology collaborate in clinical and research endeavors. The prospective candidate will work with a diverse student, faculty, and clinic population. Excellent off-campus sites are available for practicum, research, and grant development. The school includes a 27,000 sq. ft. multidisciplinary clinic space that houses the Speech-Language-Hearing and Physical Therapy Clinics. For more information about the program, http://www.chhs.niu.edu/physical_therapy/.

Function of the Job

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position. Faculty status and rank are dependent on qualifications and subject to Board policies. The faculty member is responsible for educating entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy students through classroom instruction and research activities. We seek faculty who embrace NIU's mission of providing opportunity to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high quality education and hands-on involvement in research and community engagement.

Responsibilities

Teach academic coursework and provide clinical instruction to DPT students

Engage in scholarly activity (e.g. research publications, presentations, grants)

Positively contribute in committee service within the university (program, school, college, university levels) and profession

Provide student advisement and support student research

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of experience teaching in a physical therapy program.
ABPTS Board Certification, or other advanced clinical certification.
Experience in high quality scholarly pursuits.
History of engagement and service to the physical therapy profession at the local, state, and/or national levels.

Hiring Rate/Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Working Hours:
Posting Date: 09/25/2019
Closing Date:
Priority Review Date: 11/17/2019
Open Until Filled?

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Process
Please submit application and documents through NIU online employment system at http://employment.niu.edu/postings/48164 by November 17, 2019. Review of completed applications will begin the following day; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions contact AHCD Office Administrator: Nicole Giardelli (nbraun@niu.edu). Desired starting date during spring 2020 term. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Applicant Documents
Letter of application
Curriculum Vita
Unofficial Graduate Transcripts (Official transcripts due upon hire)
Licensure information
Contact information for three references

Northern Illinois University is an AA/EEO institution. Pre-employment background check and verification of eligibility to work in the United States is required.

To apply, visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/48590

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560