The St. Ambrose University Physical Therapy Department in Davenport, IA invites qualified applicants to apply for a full time faculty position. Candidates will be joining a well-established department focused on enriching the lives of others to positively impact the Physical Therapy profession and society. In addition to our Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, we administrate an Orthopaedic Clinical Residency in Physical Therapy in collaboration with five clinical partners throughout the Midwest. In partnership with our Kinesiology Department, faculty have access to the Human Movement Studies Laboratory equipped with a multi-camera motion capture system, force platforms and EMG equipment.
Candidates should be a licensed physical therapist and have contemporary expertise and knowledge in one or more of these following areas; biomechanics/kinesiology, imaging, differential diagnosis, biophysical agents, integumentary therapeutics, pharmacology, or evidence based practice. Beyond teaching, additional responsibilities include advising students, serving on department and university committees, and developing and implementing a scholarly agenda. Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and scholarship with experience in academia will enhance the candidate's application. Candidates should have a terminal doctoral degree or be enrolled in a terminal degree program. Faculty rank and type of appointment will be commensurate with the applicant's credentials, interest and experience.
This position would start on July 1, 2023. For additional information, contact Michael Puthoff, PT, PhD at [email protected] or 563-333-6009. More information about the St. Ambrose University Physical Therapy Department can be found on our website at www. sau.edu/pt
St. Ambrose is an independent, comprehensive, and Catholic diocesan university firmly grounded in the liberal arts and is committed to fostering a respectful environment that recognizes and embraces diversity among all students, faculty, and staff. As an equal opportunity institution, St. Ambrose actively seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups. Review of applicants will begin immediately and the position is open until filled. Applicants should apply online at https: // Stambroseuniv.applicantlist.com and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. EOE