Special Information

• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
• This position is a 12-month open rank tenure-track faculty position, based in Phoenix, Arizona.

About the Department/College

This is a 12-month open rank tenure-track to join our accredited Competency and Entrustment-Based Education Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. NAU DPT consists of one hybrid program and two residential programs, one program is based at the Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) and the other program is on the Flagstaff Mountain campus. This position is based in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is in the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). The NAU DPT Program is a key part of NAU New Economy Initiative to prepare more DPT learners to stay in Arizona and work to address the health disparities in the state. For this initiative to be successful, the DPT Program partners with our community and academic partners to remove barriers and increase access to physical therapist education programs.

About the Position

The Northern Arizona University (NAU) Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program is a leader in Competency and Entrustment-Based Education (CEBE) to meet evolving health needs of society. A CEBE approach seamlessly aligns outcomes and assessment processes throughout a curriculum of didactic and clinical education courses to prepare graduates for the demands of physical therapy clinical practice. The NAU DPT Program consists of one hybrid program and two residential programs located in Phoenix and Flagstaff.

The NAU DPT Program seeks a candidate whose professional experiences support this paradigm shift and the use of technology reflective of the future of health professions education. This is a 12-month open rank tenure-track in the residential Phoenix program. The breadth and depth of our current faculty allows a review of candidate applications from all key areas of practice, however preference for a candidate with acute/subacute or cardiopulmonary physical therapy experience. The anticipated start date is May 1st, 2026, or earlier if possible.

Responsibilities Include

• Curriculum Development: Design, implement, and evaluate curriculum content, instructional materials, and assessments to ensure alignment with program goals and accreditation standards.
• Teaching: Deliver engaging lectures, facilitate discussions, and provide interactive, hands-on learning experiences to foster deep learner understanding.
• Assessment: Measure learner performance and program outcomes, offering constructive feedback to support individual progress and continuous program improvement.
• Research: Conduct, publish, and present scholarly research; actively contribute to collaborative research initiatives within the discipline.
• Coaching and Mentorship: Guide and mentor learners to support their academic, clinical, and professional growth.
• Clinical Practice: Demonstrate and integrate advanced clinical skills in acute care practice, bridging theory and real-world application in educational settings.
• Collaboration: Build and maintain interdisciplinary partnerships with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders to advance practice and scholarship.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing learning to remain current with advances in clinical expertise, teaching strategies, and evidence-based practices that enhance instruction and research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal academic doctoral degree (i.e. PhD, EdD, DSc) from an accredited institution in a field related to physical therapy.
• Minimum of three years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice.
• Contemporary expertise in acute/sub-acute care or cardiopulmonary physical therapy.
• Record of effective clinical or academic teaching.
• Eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in Arizona within 6 months of hire.

*A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• The educational requirements, experience, and skills preferred, but not necessary, to perform in the position.
  • Specialty certification
  • Academic experience within a physical therapist education program
  • Experience, and/or desire to work in a competency-based education framework
  • Experience in use of technology

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the needs related to public education.
• Knowledge of learning management system.
• Knowledge of instructional design, effective pedagogy, team teaching, and innovative learning methodologies.
• Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning in traditional and hybrid classroom environments.
• Knowledge of online course development and delivery.
• Knowledge of current trends in higher education and demographic trends.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, budget development, fiscal planning, and management techniques.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory and leadership practices.

Skills

• Program development skills.
• Effective leadership and active listening skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Abilities

• Communicates effectively.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships.
• Facilitates learning in multiple modalities.
• Offers content courses to augment department curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Teaches a wide variety of courses.
• Advocates for faculty, staff, and students in the department.
• Recruits, advises, and mentors undergraduate or graduate students.
• Teaches and works effectively with members at all levels of the University.
• Teaches in specialized areas such as
• Engages with and leads collaborative multi- and inter-disciplinary teams.
• Works in a collaborative environment with faculty, staff, and students.
• Organizes and coordinates others in developing, implementing, and evaluating short- and long-term goals, standards, curriculum, and programs.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

Pre-Employment Check

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Also, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Fire and Security Report

Each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Immigration Support/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Submit your Application

Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before the deadline shown above will receive full consideration.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page.

Application must include (saved as PDF and/or Word documents):
1. a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position;
2. a curriculum vitae; and
3. names and contact information for three references.

Please do not include any other documents as they will not be considered.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.