Assistant Professor
University of Arkansas | |
life insurance, sick time | |
United States, Arkansas, Little Rock | |
4301 West Markham Street (Show on map) | |
Sep 06, 2024 | |
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Closing Date: 10/05/2024 Type of Position:Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track Job Type:RegularWork Shift: Sponsorship Available: The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department:CHP | Physical TherapyDepartment's Website: https://healthprofessions.uams.edu/programs/physical-therapy/ Summary of Job Duties:The College of Health Professions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position in our Department of Physical Therapy, which is located at the UAMS Northwest Campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, resourceful individual to contribute to an innovative and successful program that enjoys strong institutional and community support, exceptional facilities and a small class size (28). This is a 12-month position at the assistant or associate professor rank, beginning preferably Spring 2025. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications and college promotion and tenure criteria.The Program *The UAMS Physical Therapy program admits 28 students per year, utilizing an individualized, holistic admission process that considers both academic and non-academic admission factors. *The curriculum emphasizes active learning methods, including flipping the classroom, that focus on integration and application of material and critical thinking skills. In-class sessions will involve problem-based and team-based learning, as well as inter-professional learning experiences. *Newly renovated facilities include 14,000 square feet of dedicated teaching and research space and two outpatient clinics, a multi-disciplinary clinic and a dedicated out-patient rehabilitation therapy clinic. Faculty and students will have ongoing patient contact in these out-patient clinics as well as an onsite skilled nursing facility, beginning early in the curriculum. *Simulation labs using standardized patients and in-house clinics will allow a progressive, ongoing clinical education experience, cumulating with, but not relying solely upon, clinical placements. *Onsite research equipment includes a Noraxon wireless motion analysis system that includes Ultium wireless insoles and 3D motion capture IMU's, that can synchronize with 14 channels of wireless EMG. Other onsite equipment available for clinical research includes a BTE Primus, a Neurocom Balance Master with Invision, a Cosmed Quark CPET Metabolic Testing System, an AlterG Anti-gravity Treadmill and a Cadwell Sierra Summit NCV/EMG unit. Collaborative research opportunities exist with other faculty at UAMS Northwest, UAMS Little Rock and the nearby University of Arkansas campus. Qualifications:
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Additional Information: Responsibilities
Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)Optional Documents: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background CheckThis position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Talking Frequent Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Occasional Physical Activity:Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Walking Benefits Eligible:Yes |