Central Michigan University · 2 months ago
Chairperson, Department of Physical Therapy (Tenure-Track, Associate/Full Professor)
Mount Pleasant, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
6+ years expCentral Michigan University (CMU) is seeking an experienced and dynamic faculty member for the Department of Physical Therapy. The ideal candidate will provide leadership as Department Chairperson, oversee faculty and staff, and contribute to teaching, research, and service within a collaborative environment.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direct day-to-day activities for the entry-level physical therapy program
Uphold the core values of CMU, including integrity, respect, compassion, equity, inclusiveness, social responsibility, excellence, and innovation
Report directly to the Dean of The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Oversee the Department of Physical Therapy faculty and staff
Qualification
Required
Post-professional/academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSC, or equivalent) from an accredited university
Active and unrestricted physical therapy license in Michigan or obtain licensure within six (6) months of hire
Evidence of teaching, scholarly/creative activity, and service consistent with the criteria and/or standards of an Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy within The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Six (6) years full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of three (3) years full-time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited, entry-level physical therapy program
Established research agenda demonstrated by published works and/or external funding
Demonstrated commitment to students and the profession of physical therapy
Commitment to providing a sense of belonging in all aspects of practice
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Experience in academic program administration
Record of active involvement in the American Physical Therapy Association
Experience or demonstrated interest in securing extramural grants and/or contracts
Work experience in, or knowledge of, collective bargaining agreements
Previous successful experience in the following areas: Classroom/clinical teaching, including the ability to engage learners through interactive curricula and pedagogy
Adept leadership, communication, supervisory, and organizational skills
Knowledge of contemporary issues in physical therapy education
Budget development, planning, and management
Supervision of faculty and staff, including support for faculty development
Benefits
An attractive benefits package
A generous retirement plan
Potential research support
Company
Central Michigan University
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