Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Manchester University, Inc.
Job Description
Job Description
Position: Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
Department: Physical Therapy
Campus: Fort Wayne, IN
Target Hire Date: November 2025
Manchester University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy in our Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program. This faculty member will play a vital role in advancing our mission to prepare innovative physical therapists who optimize human movement and function across the lifespan.
What You'll Do:
Teach and develop didactic and/or clinical courses within the DPT curriculum.
Contribute to curriculum design, assessment, and program development.
Mentor and advise students, fostering a culture of success.
Engage in scholarly activities, including research and dissemination of findings.
Provide service through faculty governance, professional organizations, and community engagement.
Maintain professional effectiveness through clinical practice and continuing education.
What You'll Need:
Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree; a PhD, EdD, DSc, or equivalent is preferred.
Eligibility for Indiana physical therapy licensure.
3 years of clinical experience preferred.
Teaching experience in a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program preferred.
Evidence of scholarly activity and a commitment to research strongly preferred.
Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Why Manchester University? At MU, we:
- Respect the infinite worth of every individual
- Foster a campus culture rooted in integrity, compassion, and service
- Support a healthy work-life balance with generous time off and flexible scheduling
- Offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Invest in faculty development and encourage scholarly engagement
For more information about the position, please review the job description attached to this posting.
To apply, please select the "Apply" button to begin the application process and submit a cover letter, curriculum vita/resume, teaching philosophy, and evidence of effective teaching.
Manchester University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to respecting the infinite worth of every individual.
We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
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