Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Fort Wayne, Indiana Summary The Trine University Doctor of Physical Therapy program in Fort Wayne, IN, seeks an individual with expertise in teaching graduate physical therapy students. Depending on individual qualifications, opportunities exist to teach foundational topics of physical therapy practice or specific
practice areas such as integumentary care, orthopedics, or cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. This is a full-time, 12-month position with a preferred start date of August 2026. Responsibilities As a core member of the DPT program faculty, the successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, advising, mentoring students, participating in scholarship and service activities, and assisting with program assessment.
Qualifications Terminal academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc) in a field related to physical therapy Eligibility for licensure as a physical therapist in Indiana. Evidence of ability to effectively conduct research and peer-reviewed dissemination of findings. Demonstrated current expertise in physical therapy. Education and/or Experience Terminal academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc) in a field related to
physical therapy A record of successful teaching and scholarship Minimum 3 years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice Salary The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits Trine University offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Benefits offered include: Health – medical,
dental, vision, prescription drugs, flex spending or HSA accounts Retirement – after one year of full-time service you are eligible for employer contribution of 5% and up to an additional 5% employer match Life Insurance – a variety of voluntary life options are available along with employee life insurance (1½ times annual salary) Education – after 6 months of full-time service education benefits are available for
employee, spouse, and dependent children Vacation and Sick Pay – in accordance with Trine's policy Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Trine University reserves the right to verify academic (transcripts) and professional credentials prior to extending offers of employment. Please include a cover letter, resume/CV, and references when applying. Trine University is
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