<p>About Drexel University</p> <p>Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world-class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers.</p> <p>Committed to becoming the nation's most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long-term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University's mission, heritage, and future.</p> <p>At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti-racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.</p> <p>Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information.</p> <p>Suspension of Drexel University's Contribution into 403(b) Retirement Plan</p> <p>As communicated on Oct. 10, Drexel University is suspending its contributions to employee retirement plans for calendar year 2025 as part of its multi-year plan to build financial resilience. Drexel is continuing to monitor the situation and will share updates as they become available for calendar year 2026.</p> <p>Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor - Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences Dept</p> <p>Apply now Job no: 504602</p> <p>Work type: Full-Time</p> <p>Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA</p> <p>Categories: Drexel University, College of Nursing and Health Professions</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences Department seeks to hire a non-tenure track faculty position on a 12 month appointment. This position will report to the Department Chair.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>As a core Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program faculty member, this individual will teach in the DPT program, participate in admissions interviews, advise DPT students and contribute to their success, maintain a scholarly agenda that meets accreditation guidelines, participate in curriculum review, and provide service to the department, college, and-or University. Teaching in other college or university programs is possible. Opportunities for clinical practice exist with Drexel University Physical Therapy Services. Faculty responsibilities are otherwise governed by Drexel University's non-tenure track faculty policy and the workload policies of the College of Nursing & Health Professions and Drexel University. All Drexel physical therapy faculty are expected to maintain physical therapy licensure in Pennsylvania and APTA membership. </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>PhD or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Rehab Sciences, or related field </li><li>At least 5 years of experience in physical therapy clinical practice or education </li><li>Physical therapy licensure in the State of Pennsylvania or eligibility for licensure </li><li>Commitment to excellence in physical therapy teaching and education </li><li>An evidence-informed focus and growth mindset </li><li>Strong communication skills and evidence of productivity working with teams of people </li><li>Commitment to the mission, vision, values, and direction of the PTRS department, College of Nursing & Health Professions, and Drexel University </li><li>APTA membership or willingness to become a member of the APTA on hire </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Teaching experience in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program </li><li>Expertise that complements the PTRS faculty and faculty in the CNHP/Drexel University </li><li>Post-professional degree or interest in obtaining one (i.e., PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, ScD) and-or board certification in a physical therapy specialty </li><li>Content expertise in acute care, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation, geriatrics, neuromusculoskeletal rehabilitation, anatomy, exercise science, and population health. Applications are welcome from strong candidates across all physical therapy content areas. </li><li>Board certification in a physical therapy specialty </li><li>Engaged or interested in becoming actively engaged in the APTA and its academies </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Typically sitting at a desk/table </li></ul> <p>Location</p> <ul> <li>University City - Philadelphia, PA </li></ul> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>This is a full-time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The salary offered is based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.</p> <p>For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet.</p> <p>Special Instructions to the Applicant</p> <p>Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.</p> <p>Candidates are required to submit Teaching Philosophy in relation to Clinical Education</p> <p>A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.</p> <p>Interested candidates with questions or concerns should contact:</p> <p>Sara Tomaszewski. PT, DPT, OCS</p> <p>Chair, PTRS Non-Tenure Track Faculty Search Committee</p> <p>smf422@drexel.edu</p> <p>Advertised: Feb 2 2025 Eastern Standard Time</p> <p>Applications close: Sep 30 2025 Eastern Daylight Time</p>