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Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy

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Position Information

Posting Number F000398
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
Department Physical Therapy
Division Academic Affairs
FLSA Status Exempt
Faculty Status Full-time Faculty
Supervisor Title Chair, Department of Physical Therapy
Status Full-time Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Tenure Track No
Position Summary
The Department of Physical Therapy in the School of Education and Health Sciences at North Central College is excited to announce a search for an individual to join an innovative Doctor of Physical Therapy Program built on a liberal arts foundation. The program prepares physical therapists to navigate the complexities of future healthcare systems with strong skills in movement science, relationship and patient/client-centered care, professionalism, communication, and technology.

Program highlights include:

  • A program mission that focuses on supporting learners on their journey to becoming excellent clinicians, educators, scholars, and leaders dedicated to serving society as movement system experts.
  • A program dedicated to living the values of integrity, excellence, and balance through education, clinical practice, community engagement, leadership, and scholarship.
  • Opportunities for interdisciplinary pedagogy and research with growing and expanding programs within the School and across the College.
  • Located in a contemporary, interdisciplinary building that includes state-of-the-art classrooms, research, and simulation spaces.
  • Utilization of innovative pedagogical ideas integrated with technology to deliver a curriculum built on a liberal arts and movement science foundation.
  • The position is a 12-month position with eligibility for competitive salaries, benefits, sabbatical, pro-term semester, and professional development and scholarship support. Faculty rank is commensurate with experience and credentials.


We are currently seeking a dynamic and innovative individual with expertise in neurologic or pediatric physical therapy to join our team. Individuals with expertise in other areas of physical therapy care also are strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals who enjoy working collaboratively with others, enjoy working closely with students, and have an interest in being innovative in physical therapy education are encouraged to apply. Start date is negotiable.


The duties in this role include:
  • Provide instruction for a variety of courses in the DPT Program in alignment with institution workload expectations. Teaching in other departments may be possible depending on contemporary expertise of the faculty member.
  • Assess students’ work and provide detailed feedback on how to improve their content knowledge, critical thinking skills, oral and written communication skills, etc.
  • Develop and/or maintain curriculum that is contemporary in physical therapy practice.
  • Mentor DPT students on their journey to becoming an excellent physical therapist.
  • Attend conferences and workshops as necessary to maintain contemporary expertise.
  • Pursue current and new research activities in the field(s) of study in collaboration with others, including new research projects, writing/dissemination of current and future research, and presentation of research at conferences.
  • Perform other departmental duties and attend activities as necessary, including attending department meetings, and participating in committees, task forces, and other events as required.

Basic qualifications are required at the time of application:
  • Earned or in progress academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, etc.) from an accredited institution.
  • A licensed physical therapist in the state of Illinois or be eligible for and have intent to obtain physical therapist licensure in Illinois.
  • Have the ability to function well within a collegial and collaborative environment.
  • Have the ability to live by and role model the mission, vision, values, and commitment of the North Central College Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.
  • Have contemporary expertise in one or more content areas taught within physical therapy curriculum.
  • Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students, and ongoing scholarship.

Preferred qualifications (not required qualifications for the position):
  • Demonstrate evidence of an ongoing or developing record of a scholarly agenda or the potential to develop a scholarly agenda.

Application Requirements:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Contact information for three professional references


About NCC:
Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu.

North Central College is an EEO Employer. 

The salary range for this position: $95,000-$100,000
Open date: November 21, 2024
Initial review date: December 22, 2024
Final date:
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references in an electronic format to
https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/13409.

For further information, contact Sara Scholtes, PT, DPT, PhD, Chair, Department of Physical Therapy, at sscholtes@noctrl.edu.
Employment Conditions
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu

Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Additional Information

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have an academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, etc.) earned or in progress from an accredited institution?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Are you a licensed physical therapist in the state of Illinois, or eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * 3. Please list content areas you would be most comfortable lab assisting and/or working closely with students to teach knowledge and skills.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * 4. Please list content areas you would be least comfortable lab assisting and/or working closely with students to teach knowledge and skills.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Are you able to function well within a collegial and collaborative environment?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Are you authorized to work in the US?
    • YES
    • NO
  7. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work authorization?
    • YES
    • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  3. Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents