Program Lead, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Grand Canyon University, one of Arizona's leading institutions of higher learning, is located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Position Overview

The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions at Grand Canyon University is seeking an innovative faculty member to lead our new Doctor of Physical Therapy program. As a full-time Faculty Program Lead, you will be responsible for providing effective leadership for the program, the program faculty, and students to ensure high quality and accreditation and regulatory compliance. The candidate should value education and interprofessional practice and support the mission of the university.

Are you a seasoned faculty member interested in advancing your career in physical therapy to lead a new hybrid program? GCU has a strong college and university support system in place to mentor new leaders. This position requires presence on the Phoenix campus and is not a remote position. The role is located at the main campus, 3300 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, Arizona.

What You Will Do

• Assess and report on program metrics, such as faculty workload and scholarly productivity, student satisfaction, program graduates, graduation rates and enrollments, to assure program goals are being met
• Develop and provide instruction consistent with the University's course load requirements, incorporating current teaching methodologies, technologies and other trends that reflect advances in the discipline
• Engage students within the classroom to stimulate discussion for collective learning, and assist and actively mentor students outside classroom hours
• Incorporate relevant research resources and experiential activities to support course objectives, lectures and learning outcomes
• Assess student performance in areas such as progress, professional behaviors and academic standing, in accordance with University assessment practices and accreditation standards
• Assist with curriculum design and development, and be a sound advocate for change to programs, curriculum and teaching methodologies

What You Need

• Active, unencumbered PT license in the state of Arizona
• An academic doctoral degree: PhD or EdD
• A minimum of six years full-time higher education experience
• A minimum of three years full-time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program
• Experience in administration, management and leadership; educational theory and methodology; instructional design; student evaluation; outcome assessment; fiscal management; and program evaluation, assessment and curriculum development
• Prior engagement at the academy or academic institutional level
• Evidence of involvement in one's professional area, such as membership in professional organizations, presentations, research or publications
• Provides a positive example to faculty and students by supporting the University's Mission, Doctrinal Statement and Ethical Position Statement

Preferred: experience with accreditation, including CAPTE accreditation requirements.

Why Work at GCU

• Exceptional workplace benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Free covered parking and free on-site gyms on campus
• Education Tuition Discount Program for full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children

How to Apply

Apply online through the Grand Canyon University careers site (requisition R000068489). To learn more about the position, contact deanna.lewis@gcu.edu.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome, as determined by the university, of pre-employment screening activities including a background check. Grand Canyon University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals.