Doctor of Physical Therapy Core Faculty

Full-Time Faculty, 12 months / Exempt WORK SCHEDULE Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pmJOB SUMMARY The new Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (DPT) at Southern Nazarene University (SNU) is seeking a full-time Core Faculty Member to help cultivate a collaborative teaching team dedicated to preparing skilled, ethical, and compassionate physical therapists within a Christ-centered learning community. This faculty member will play a central role in delivering the DPT curriculum, guiding students through the academic and clinical foundations of the profession while modeling the integration of faith, scholarship, and practice that defines an SNU education.

Beyond the classroom, the successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development and accreditation readiness of the DPT program, engage in scholarly activity that advances the field of physical therapy, and participate actively in the life of the university community. Core faculty are expected to bring both clinical expertise and a genuine commitment to student mentorship to support DPT students as they grow not only in clinical competence but also in character and calling.

This position offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of physical therapists in a program grounded in academic rigor, evidence-based practice, and a distinctly Christian mission, within a supportive and close-knit faculty community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

Develop course syllabi, learning objectives, and assessments that align with program outcomes and CAPTE accreditation standards

Design, deliver, and continually refine didactic and laboratory instruction within the DPT curriculum, using evidence-based and active-learning pedagogies to develop students' clinical reasoning and professional competence

Provide academic advising and mentorship to DPT students, supporting their professional formation and integration of faith and practice consistent with SNU's mission

Participate in ongoing curriculum development, program assessment, and outcomes reporting to support continuous quality improvement

Maintain an active program of scholarly activity, including research, professional publication, and presentation at state, regional, or national conferences

Pursue funding, grants, or collaborative research opportunities where appropriate.

Serve on program, college, and university committees as assigned

Support CAPTE accreditation activities, including development of the Application for Candidacy and Self-Study Reports Engage in service to the physical therapy profession through involvement with organizations such as the APTAParticipate in student recruitment, admissions review, and program outreach efforts

Contribute to the life of the university community, including participation in chapel, mission-related events, and campus initiatives that reflect SNU's Christian identity

Maintain clinical competency through active practice, continuing education, or affiliated clinical work as required by program policy

Hold and maintain current, unrestricted licensure as a physical therapist in Oklahoma.

Remain contemporary expertise in designated curriculum content areas

Model and articulate the integration of Christian faith with the physical therapy profession, contributing to a learning environment that reflects SNU's mission of “Character, Culture, Christ”Uphold and represent the mission, vision, and values of Southern Nazarene University in all professional activities

Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment, and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ-centered community.

As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.

A terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, ScD) or a DPT degree and a certified clinical specialty

An active, unencumbered PT license in any United States jurisdiction with eligibility for licensure in the state of OklahomaA minimum of five years, full-time post-licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years of full-time clinical experience

Experience in classroom, lab, or clinical teaching

Contemporary expertise in one or more areas of curriculum content

Familiarity with CAPTE accreditation requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

A terminal academic doctoral degree

Teaching experience in a DPT program

Experience in CAPTE accreditation

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from DPT Program Director.

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