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Job Description: This is a twelve month, tenure track faculty position with a target start date of January 4, 2027. The position requires effective teaching in musculoskeletal anatomy and related content in our highly integrated and collaborative entry-level program with hybrid and residential pathways. Student advising, scholarly productivity, and service to the Department, the University, and the profession is expected.Location: GlensideEssential Functions:Teaching and Advising:Provide effective didactic instruction in musculoskeletal anatomy and related areas within the hybrid and residential Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum.Contribute to graduate-level instruction within the PhD program and other programs as needed.Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to students in the department's programs.Contribute to the continued improvement of existing educational programs.Research and Scholarship:Establish and maintain a productive program of scholarship with the potential to secure extramural funding.Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and national/international presentations.Mentor PhD students through all stages of their graduate studies, including serving as a primary dissertation advisor.Service:Provide meaningful service to the Department, the College, and the University.Engage in professional service activities at the state, national, or international level.Coordinate the activities of the Anatomy Resource Center.Coordinate the acquisition, preparation, care, and overall management of anatomical specimens, related materials, and equipment.Coordinate scheduled usage of the Anatomy Resource Center with other programs on campus.Marginal Functions:Participate in experiential learning aspects of the curriculum.Contribute to the development of new academic, clinical, or experiential programs.Host or contribute to occasional events for community groups to promote health science education, which may involve collaborating with other programs in the College at the graduate and undergraduate levels.Qualifications: Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Demonstrable content and practice expertise in musculoskeletal physical therapy.Demonstrated record of or clear potential for productive scholarship.A collaborative approach to research and education.Supervision:Received: Department Chair and Program Directors.Given: Department staff and student workers.Minimum Qualifications:Academic doctorate (PhD or equivalent).Clinical experience in area of musculoskeletal physical therapy.Experience teaching or mentoring students in academic or clinical settings.Other Requirements: (e.g., certificates, license required)Eligibility to obtain a license to practice physical therapy in the state of Pennsylvania.Notes: Applicants should submit the following: 1) a curriculum vitae; 2) a description of their teaching and advising experience and philosophy; 3) a description of their research experience, interests, and goals; and 4) the names of three persons who will provide a recommendation. Applications should be submitted by September 4, 2026, to ensure full consideration; review of applications will be considered until the position is filled with an anticipated start date of January, 2027. Materials should be submitted online through the Arcadia human resources portal.Application Instructions:Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. The University's graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work. At Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check. Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.Position Code: FF227A