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*As a unit
of the University System of Georgia, Armstrong Atlantic State University's
vacant faculty positions are also posted at the University
System of Georgia Applicant Clearinghouse.
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Position Title:
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Assistant/Associate
Professor
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Department:
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Physical
Therapy |
Position Begins:
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August
2009 |
Status:
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9-month; Tenure Track |
Benefits Available:
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Yes |
PVA *
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56418 |
| Description: |
Armstrong Atlantic
State University invites applications for a
full-time, tenure track faculty position in
an innovative, entry-level Doctor of Physical
Therapy program. Responsibilities include teaching,
academic advisement, scholarship and service.
The successful applicant should have expertise
in neurologic rehabilitation, preferably including
both pediatric and adult populations. The applicant
should demonstrate effective communication
skills and the ability to work in a collaborative
team environment. |
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| Qualifications: |
A doctoral degree is required, as well as
two years of clinical practice experience.
Teaching experience is preferred. The
candidate must be eligible for Georgia
licensure as a physical therapist.
Employment is contingent upon successful
completion of a background investigation.
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| The
Department: |
The physical
therapy program is a member of a consortium
doctorate program in conjunction with the Medical
College of Georgia and North Georgia College
and State University. Consortium students receive
the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from
the Medical College of Georgia upon completion
of a 9-semester curriculum. |
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| The University: |
Armstrong Atlantic
State University is a four-year coeducational
senior unit in the University System of Georgia
and has an enrollment of more than 6800 students.
It is located approximately twelve miles south
of the historic district of the city of Savannah
on a modern 268 acre campus. The core mission
of the university is a strong liberal arts
education for all students, and the strategic
directions of the university are applied science
and technology, teacher education, health professions,
and community and economic development. |
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| The Community: |
Armstrong is located
in historic Savannah Georgia, a coastal city
located 250 miles southeast of Atlanta, Georgia
and 150 miles north of Jacksonville, Florida.
Savannah has long been known as a charming
city; rich in beauty, cultural diversity, support
for the arts, and opportunities for recreation.
In the last decade the city has capitalized
on its diverse manufacturing base, flourishing
tourist industry, and thriving port to become
the economic motor for the region. With a metropolitan
area population of 296,232 and an adjacent
six-county population of 471,000, Savannah
is well-positioned for future growth. The university
campus is 20 miles from sandy beaches, and
only a mile or so from crabbing, shrimping,
and saltwater fishing. |
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| Salary: |
Salary and rank are
commensurate with credentials and experience.
Excellent benefits package. |
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| Application Process: |
Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae,
and names of three references with contact
information to:
Dr. George J. Davies
Chair, Faculty Search Committee
Department of Physical Therapy
Armstrong Atlantic State University
11935 Abercorn Street,
Savannah, GA 31419-1997
Phone: 912-921-2327
Fax: 912-921-5838
Review of applications will begin immediately
and will continue until the position is
filled.
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Armstrong Atlantic State University is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer.
Georgia is an Open Records Law
state.
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