Job description

The Alvernia University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (DPT) is seeking candidates for a full-time, tenure-track, faculty position. As an integral member of the core faculty, who are involved in supervising and providing patient care, qualified candidates must be a licensed physical therapist with an academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc), possess both clinical and academic teaching experience, actively pursue academic research and scholarship, and a commitment to service. Candidates should possess clinical experience and expertise in musculoskeletal or cardiopulmonary physical therapy practice.

Alvernia University is a private Franciscan university located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The Department of Physical Therapy, housed in the College of Health Sciences, offers a mission-driven curriculum that is learner-directed, professionally based, service-oriented, and competency-driven. The Department and University are committed to developing graduates who are prepared “To Learn, To Love, and To Serve” through the integration of classroom, real-world and service-based learning. This student-centric academic environment offers faculty vibrant teaching and learning facilities, including a state-of-the-art research laboratory, virtual anatomy lab, and clinical labs and classrooms.

How to apply

Candidates should apply on the Alvernia website with their curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, research statement, official transcripts, and three references with contact information. Review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Alvernia is an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values. All employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating: service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability. Alvernia strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.