Faculty, Physical Therapy - Orthopedics

Title: Full-Time Faculty, Physical Therapy - Orthopedics

Location: Boston United States

Job Description:

Site: The MGH Institute of Health Professions, Inc.

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Job Summary

The Department of Physical Therapy in the School of Health at Rehabilitation Sciences at the MGH Institute of Health Professions invites applications for a 12-month, 1.0 FTE Assistant/Associate Faculty position. Responsibilities include teaching evaluation and management of orthopedic conditions, academic advising, research/scholarship, and service.

Strong candidates will have prior teaching experience, clinical experience, and evidence of research success based on peer-reviewed publications and evidence of grant submissions or successful funding in the content area.

The Department of Physical Therapy offers a 3-year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and a 1-year Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. The DPT program is highly regarded and has an integrated modular curriculum that leverages active learning approaches to facilitate learning. We have a strong commitment to team-based teaching. Our highly respected faculty is recognized for expertise as educators, scholars, and master clinicians, and for their involvement in leadership positions in the profession both regionally and nationally. The Institute is committed to interprofessional education reflected not only within the department of physical therapy through integrated interprofessional activities, but also in an interdisciplinary PhD program.

Qualifications

Candidates are expected to have:

• An academic doctorate (e.g., PhD, EdD, ScD, DSc) or candidacy status
• Clinical or academic teaching experience.
• A demonstrated record of scholarship with a clear scholarly agenda, and
• Eligibility for physical therapy licensure in Massachusetts are required.

APPLICATIONS: (to apply be sure to click the link)

This position is available for the 2024-2025 academic year with a start date of January 1, 2025.

• The application review process will begin in September 2024. However, the search will continue until the position is filled. Application packets should include the following four documents:
• A cover letter describing applicant's experiences and qualifications.
• A current curriculum vitae
• A research philosophy statement
• A teaching philosophy statement

Have questions? Please send all inquiries about this position to:

• Mary Ellen Ferolito- mferolito@mghihp.edu and,
• Cathy Schmidt- cschmidt@mghihp.edu

ABOUT MGH INSTITUTE:

MGH Institute of Health Professions is a graduate school in Boston that provides entry-level and post-professional programs in Nursing, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and a PhD and Master of Science in Health Professions Education have been added in recent years along with two new programs: Master of Health Administration in Leadership and Master of Science in Healthcare Data Analytics to meet rising demand for highly educated health care professionals, educators, and researchers. Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral and master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals.

MGH Institute of Health Professions is the only degree-granting affiliate in Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private employer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Institute has been recognized multiple times by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a "Great College to Work For." A leading health sciences educational institution, MGH Institute provides students with outstanding academic programs, many of which are ranked among the best in the nation.

MGH Institute of Health Professions has announced an organization-wide anti-racism initiative to think boldly about race and bring together all members of the Institute community to address systemic racial injustice as well as oppression more broadly. The plan seeks to create a supportive and inclusive campus environment and better support the diverse communities the school serves. We are excited about this initiative and are hiring employees who are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and will contribute to our anti-racism and anti-oppression approach.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

100 First Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The MGH Institute of Health Professions, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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