Physical Therapy Faculty (Open Rank)

Description

Summary

Faculty at Southwest Baptist University serve as content experts in their field and fulfill the mission through faith integration in the academic setting.

Physical therapy faculty members teach 18 graduate course credits for a 9-month appointment which allows time for teaching, mentoring of students, development of self and profession, clinical competence, participation in program accreditation, curriculum evaluation, service to the University, research and other scholarly activity.

Faculty members establish work procedures and priorities within imposed deadlines and departmental goals. Faculty teach courses as assigned by the division head and the college dean and abide by the responsibilities as defined in the Faculty Handbook.

Essential Job Duties

Faculty Responsibilities :

• Teach assigned curricular load credits
• Advise and mentor students
• Meet with and advise potential applicants
• Participate in research and / or scholarly activities
• Comply with University guidelines for faculty responsibilities and service to the University
• Engage in professional development and responsibilities
• Maintain clinical competence
• Assist in the evaluation and development of curricula
• Attend and participate in division and college meetings
• Attend and participate in division student events
• Conduct ongoing program assessment through data collection, review, and analysis
• Serve as mentor and content expert for adjunct faculty
• Participate in program student success efforts such as remediation, success plans, etc.
• Ensure a positive and effective learning environment for students
• Maintain office hours, punctuality, and attendance
• Set an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty?

Supervisory Responsibility : None

Position Requirements

Required

Work Environment

Physical Abilities

Application Process :

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Complete an online application and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, statement of educational philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.?