Quinnipiac University

Full-Time Clinical Faculty: Physical Therapy (12-month)

Quinnipiac University$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DPT from CAPTE accredited program required;
  • Licensure in Connecticut or eligibility required;
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a physical therapist;
  • Strong teaching skills with a focus on instructional technology;
  • Ability to create a scholarly agenda through peer-reviewed work;
  • Commitment to community engagement and inclusive excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Support the strategic goals of the university and PT Department;
  • Develop effective teaching strategies for the DPT Program;
  • Collaborate with faculty in the orthopedic curriculum;
  • Cultivate a scholarly agenda related to clinical outcomes;
  • Contribute to the quality improvement of the DPT Program;
  • Engage in professional development aligned with departmental vision.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities provided;
  • Collaborative work environment with a diverse faculty;
  • Engagement in community service and outreach;
  • Support for scholarly activities and research;
  • Opportunities to teach and mentor students in a well-regarded program.
Full Job Description
Full-Time Clinical Faculty: Physical Therapy (12-month)

Job Number: 496915
Type: Full-time
Campus: North Haven - North Haven, CT
Categories: Faculty

Overview:

In this role you will have a designated scholarly agenda and service responsibilities relative to the strategic plan of the PT Department and aligned with individual interests. Teaching responsibilities include instruction of entry-level DPT students in the orthopedic content area of the curriculum.

This position is expected to begin in July 2026.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of Quinnipiac University and the School of Health Sciences, and the PT Department
  • Develop, implement, and monitor teaching strategies and course design to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of instruction in meeting departmental and DPT Program accreditation requirements with specific focus in areas of expertise or various assigned courses of the curriculum
  • Collaborate with other faculty within orthopedic curriculum to promote excellence
  • Cultivate a scholarly agenda related to clinical outcomes, population health, or scholarship of teaching and learning related to area of expertise
  • Contribute to the ongoing quality improvement of the DPT Program, Department of Physical Therapy, and School of Health Sciences through balanced workload of teaching, scholarship, and service
  • Engage and seek professional development aimed at driving the mission and vision of the DPT Program and PT Department


Education Requirements:

  • Applicants must hold a minimum of a clinical doctorate DPT from CAPTE accredited program.


Qualifications:

  • Candidates must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the State of Connecticut, an active member of APTA, and have a minimum of 5 years of documented experience as a physical therapist
  • Evidence of strong teaching skills and use of instructional technology in area of contemporary expertise
  • Evidence of ability to establish a scholarly agenda (e.g., scholarship of application, discovery, integration, or teaching) through peer-reviewed publication, presentations, or ongoing scholarly endeavors
  • Commitment to community engagement and professional advocacy through teaching, service, and scholarship
  • Contribute to inclusive excellence of the academic community
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Post-professional doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, etc.) awarded by an institution that is accredited by a regional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). ABD considered with record of teaching, scholarship, and service
  • Clinical practice in orthopedic rehabilitation or OCS, SCS designation is highly desired
  • Volunteer service to a professional organization which has application to physical therapy
  • Mentorship of a capstone/research project(s) in a physical therapy program


Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements & demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Advertised: March 18, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

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About Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University is a private university in Hamden, Connecticut. The university grants undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees through its College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Engineering, School of Communications, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, School of Law, School of Medicine, and School of Nursing. The university has a student body of about 10,000 students and offers more than 140 programs of study. The university's athletic teams, the Bobcats, participate in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
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