<p>Assistant/Associate Professor Physical Therapy Program (DPT)</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Employee Benefits:</p> <p>Join a team that values your well-being! We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:</p> <ul> <li>Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision. </li><li>Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available. </li><li>Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You'll get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals. </li><li>Time Off: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year. </li><li>Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents. </li><li>On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center. </li></ul> <p>How to Apply:</p> <p>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.</p>