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Faculty Position - Doctor of Physical Therapy Program , Ruskin, FL
Gannon University
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Posted: 14-Mar-26
Location: Ruskin, Florida
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Allied Health
Internal Number: 7000836
Faculty Position - Doctor of Physical Therapy Program , Ruskin, FL
Position Summary:
Gannon University, a Catholic university, includes a collaborative and dynamic faculty that prepares motivated students intellectually, professionally and personally for leadership roles in their careers, society and church. This full-time, 12-month faculty position for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program located at the Ruskin, Florida campus is available to begin July 1, 2026. Teaching track or tenure track appointment is available. Rank will be determined according to university standards at the time of hire. Gannon University seeks excellence through inclusiveness and invites members of underrepresented groups to apply.
Responsibilities: Gannon University is committed to excellence in student-centered learning with an emphasis on student learning outcomes. The faculty works collaboratively and inter-professionally to deliver a professional education, advise students, participate in scholarly engagement, and provide interactive teaching and learning styles. The program faculty also engage in University, professional, and community service.
The DPT Program in Ruskin, FL, recently was granted a 10-year re-accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). The program is face-to-face, 9 semesters in length, and requires 111 credits for completion. The curriculum is systems based and service-focused, emphasizing didactic to clinical competency in the development of a strong entry-level generalist physical therapist.
Required Qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirements: Qualified candidates will possess a post-professional doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DHS, DSc, etc. or ABD) and/or a DPT degree. Candidate's content expertise will be used to assign teaching load. Additional requirements include greater than three years of clinical experience, three years of clinical teaching as a clinical instructor and/or site coordinator of clinical education.
License: Must be eligible for Florida state licensure as a physical therapist.
Rank: In accordance with the University's standards, the Provost and Vice President for Student Experience will award initial rank at the time of hire.
University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its strong liberal arts foundation that supports exemplary professional education programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ABPTS specialty certification
- Expertise in musculoskeletal physical therapy
- Expertise in exercise physiology
- Prior teaching experience in an entry-level PT program
- Research experience
Location: Ruskin, Fl
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Col.Health Professions & Sci.
Division: School of Health Professions
Subdivision:
To apply, visit https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/14374
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About Gannon University
Founded in 1925, Gannon University is a four-year Catholic university committed to student-centered learning, with an emphasis on professional education integrated with faith-based, liberal-learning student outcomes.
Gannon has strategic university-wide initiatives that focus on and bring its purpose to life: Transform lives by creating environments for extraordinary moments and everyday connections that inspire others to become their best selves. These initiatives have fostered an inclusive, welcoming community that many refer to as the Gannon family.
Gannon University earned its first-ever Honor Roll status as a 2021 Great College to Work For, according to a new survey by The Great Colleges to Work For® program. It is one of 42 institutions across the country to earn Honor Roll distinction and was recognized in categories including Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging; Faculty Experience; Mission & Pride; and Professional Development. Gannon University was also ranked a top school in the nation by Wall Street Journal’s 2022 College Rankings, and ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges 2022.”
Gannon University’s hom...e campus is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, the state’s fourth-largest city and one of the busiest ports on the Great Lakes. Gannon University’s unique location in downtown Erie and exceptional learning environments on campus create a special atmosphere conducive to education, scholarship, research, service, and personal growth.
Located right next door to Gannon's downtown campus are government agencies, hospitals, and local organizations and businesses that are active partners in helping Gannon students receive a hands-on education. The University's partnerships with downtown Erie neighborhoods, Erie County, and the Diocese of Erie strive to support the local community through numerous initiatives driven by students and employees.
Just steps away from Gannon’s campus in the heart of the city, you will also find restaurants, tax-free shopping, minor league sports, as well as a vibrant entertainment and cultural scene, and seven miles of Lake Erie beaches close by. Only a two-hour drive from Cleveland, Ohio; Buffalo, New York; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Niagara Falls, Canada, Erie has small-town friendliness and big-city attractions. For more information, please visit gannon.edu to learn more about Gannon’s campuses and the many attractions and accommodations within the surrounding regions.
Gannon University seeks excellence through inclusiveness and invites women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. Application Procedure: Submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three professional references to https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/6304. Review of applications will begin immediately, and this position will remain open until filled. For more information about Gannon visit www.gannon.edu. Gannon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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