Hofstra University · 2 weeks ago
Program Director and Associate Professor/Professor
Hempstead, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $160K/yr
6+ years expHofstra University is a diverse scholarly community committed to student success and intellectual discovery. They are seeking a visionary leader for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program to oversee curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and maintain accreditation while promoting academic excellence.
Education
Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of the DPT program, including curriculum development, labs, classroom space, equipment acquisition, and faculty and staff recruitment and hiring
Maintain CAPTE accreditation and manage all associated reporting, documentation, and communication with the accrediting body
Provide leadership, promote the program, increase its visibility, assist with recruiting and retaining students, and manage the daily operations of the program
Qualification
Required
An earned academic doctoral degree from an accredited university (e.g., PhD, EdD, DSC)
An active, unencumbered PT license in the US with board certification in PT, and either a NY state license or eligibility for physical therapy licensure in New York state
Qualifications required for appointment to the rank of associate professor or higher
A minimum of 6 years of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of 3 years of full-time higher education experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program and familiarity of clinical education and practicum site establishment
Extensive knowledge of and experience with physical therapy accreditation criteria (CAPTE) and state agency regulations
Administrative and/or leadership experience in academic program planning and implementation, personnel management, program assessment, and fiscal management processes
Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and research/scholarship
Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates who provide evidence of dynamic and effective communication skills; exceptional writing ability; and a history of successful community partnership building
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents
Retirement plan with University contributions
Company
Hofstra University
Hofstra University is a private, non-profit, nonsectarian institution located in the village of Hempstead, New York
1001-5000 employees
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National Safety Council
2024-04-29Grant
Leadership Team
Kristy Loewenstein
Dean
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