Assistant Director of Clinical Education- Physical Therapy Dept

Position

Clarke University, located in scenic Dubuque, IA, invites applicants for a full‑time faculty position as the Assistant Director of Clinical Education. This is a 12‑month, tenure‑track appointment.

As Assistant Director of Clinical Education, the faculty member will assist the Director of Clinical Education in coordinating and evaluating the clinical education component of the curriculum and teach assigned courses. Courses will be determined based on departmental need and candidate expertise. The faculty member will be responsible for student advising, service on University committees as appropriate, and scholarly production in alignment with standards outlined by CAPTE.

The ideal candidate should possess an earned terminal academic doctorate (Ph.D., EdD., DSc, or equivalent) or be actively enrolled in a doctoral program of study in physical therapy or a related field. Candidates with a clinical doctorate (DPT) and a desire to pursue a terminal academic doctoral program of study will be considered. Candidates must be eligible for PT licensure in Iowa.

At least three years of clinical physical therapy practice are required, with preferred experience as a Site Coordinator for Clinical Education (SCCE) or at minimum as a Clinical Instructor (CI).

Competitive salary and benefits.

Please upload a letter of application, three letters of recommendation with contact information, unofficial graduate transcripts, curriculum vitae, and a teaching philosophy online at  Confidential letters of recommendation can be emailed to HRletters.

For further information please contact:
Brad Kruse, PT, DPT, EdD, Professor and Chair of Physical Therapy. 563‑588‑6403 or bradley.kruse.

Clarke University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus community that celebrates the unique contributions of each person and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Clarke University does not discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.