Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Academic Faculty

Marian University invites mission-driven educators to join our dynamic community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews. As part of the inaugural Doctor of Physical Therapy program within the Department of Physical Therapy, we seek faculty members committed to preparing transformative leaders in physical therapy who illuminate the dignity of individuals across communities. This full-time, 12-month, tenured or non-tenured core faculty appointment available at the rank of clinical assistant, clinical associate, assistant, or associate professor-offers a unique opportunity to shape a groundbreaking program with creativity and a passion for advancing physical therapy education. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Employment will start between August 2026 and July 2027. Individuals with expertise in foundational sciences and physical therapy practice including the areas of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, integumentary, geriatrics, pediatrics, administration and/or other specialties are encouraged to apply. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Mission Actively engages the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting unity and integrating the Catholic Franciscan Intellectual traditions in courses, programs, and services. Support and reflect Marian University's Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by embracing the Franciscan Sponsorship Values (dignity of the individual, peach and justice, reconciliation, and responsible stewardship) and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education. Contribute to the creation of a mission, vision, and strategic plan for the developing DPT program that supports innovation, accessibility, leadership, collaboration, and excellence in physical therapy education and practice. Teaching Create and deliver quality learning experiences that are: Consistent with the DPT program's mission and curricular guiding principles Align with experience/expertise, as agreed upon with the DPT Program Director Ensure compliance with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) standards Provide honest and meaningful assessment of student learning, competence, and behaviors that cultivate reflective and adaptive learning. Demonstrate teaching effectiveness and appropriate use of educational technology Participate in assessment of student progress toward entrustment of professional physical therapy activities during didactic and clinical curricula. Scholarship Contribute to clinical practice and physical therapy evidence by producing and disseminating impactful research and scholarship with an ongoing scholarly agenda. Promote a culture of research and prioritize evidence-informed practice. Service Role model Franciscan values through collaborative endeavors and service to the university, profession, and communities. Serve on at least once committee or task force annually at the university, unit, department or program level Program Initiate, adopt, evaluate, and uphold program and University policies, procedures, and practices including, but not limited to: Admission requirements Academic policies (i.e. grading policy) Professional behavior policies (i.e. related to ethical behavior, essential functions) Student progression through the program Curricular development, review and revision Engage in developing and implementing expectations for student behaviors and skills that ensure competency and safety before engaging in clinical education. Participate in the assessment of students' professionalism, competence, safety, and readiness for clinical education, in cooperation with other faculty. Provide coaching to program students to facilitate self-directed and lifelong learning. Others Teaching responsibilities outside the program may occur prior to DPT student matriculation. Other duties as assigned by the DPT Program Director University Expectations: Knowledge of and a commitment to the mission of Marian University Adheres to Marian University's policies and procedures Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students subordinates, and supervisors Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues Meets department productivity standards Participates in developing department goals, objective, and systems Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University's strategic goals Adheres to the department budget Required Qualifications: Core faculty within the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program will demonstrate the academic and professional qualifications and relevant experience requisite for providing effective teaching, scholarship and service within physical therapy education. Qualifications include all the following: A terminal academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, etc.) or clinical doctoral degree in physical therapy (DPT). Core faculty who are physical therapists should hold an active, unencumbered, Indiana physical therapy license or be eligible for licensure within the state of Indiana. Evidence of successful academic and/or clinical teaching in physical therapy. Evidence of contemporary expertise that represents knowledge and skills reflective of current physical therapy practice and/or scholarship. Evidence of an ongoing scholarly agenda or interest in developing a scholarly agenda. Evidence of a record of service at the local, state, and/or national levels. Preference will be given to those with an earned terminal academic doctoral degree, previous experience in physical therapy education, experience with curriculum development, established scholarly agenda, active professional service at the local, state, and/or national levels, and/or ABPTS certification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. For Consideration All Applications Require: Cover Letter Current resume or CV Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile. Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions. Please Review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:Functions: Work hours necessary to perform job requirements satisfactorily on a regular basis. Manage absence from work in responsible manner to ensure service to clients, work teams, and coworkers. Comply with Marian University policies and practices and seeking clarification of them when necessary. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Limitations and Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or signify can't risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and States Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. 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Created: 2026-03-04