Saint Francis University

Employment Openings Last updated - 8/8/2008

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INTERNSHIPS

Athletics Communications

FACULTY

Education Department Chairperson / Senior Faculty - Teacher Education

Nursing Department Senior Faculty / Chairperson

 

ADMINISTRATIVE/OPERATIONAL STAFF

Administrative Assistant - Admissions Office

Director of Physical Therapy, Faculty-Student Practice of the DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness at Saint Francis University

PART TIME POSITIONS

Dining Services - 08-09 School Year Food Service Positions (Part-Time)

Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE

Athletics Communications - Internship
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

The Saint Francis University Athletic Department is proud to offer meaningful internship experiences in the area of athletic communications to qualified candidates. Saint Francis competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Northeast Conference, with an offering of 21 programs.

We currently support internship opportunities for students earning credit toward undergraduate or graduate degree programs at their respective institutions, as well as for those wanting to gain valuable work experience in athletic communications. Internships coincide with the academic year and run for either five or ten month periods, although some can be supported for a shorter period of time as needed.

For more information and details on how to apply, please review the following position opening:

Position: Athletics Communications Intern (2 Available)
Start Date: September 1, 2008
End Date: December 14, 2008
Compensation: For credit at intern's respective institution, if possible
Application Due Date: August 15, 2008
Qualifications:
Required: Seeking or completed bachelor's degree; excellent verbal/written communication skills
Preferred: At least six months of collegiate media relations experience
Job Description:
• Serve as the primary media relations contact for NCAA I-AA football program as well as other selected Olympic sports
• Write and design media guides for assigned sports
• Assist with game management responsibilities at all men's and women's basketball games as well as other Olympic sports, as assigned
• Write and edit various department newsletters
• Help maintain department web site
• Perform office duties as assigned by supervisor

To Apply:
Email resume, cover letter, three work samples, and three references (Word or .pdf format preferred) to: rvolkert@francis.edu.
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Assistant /Associate Professor of Neurorehabilitation (Physical Therapy)
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

Position Description:
12-month tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor with a competitive salary and benefits package. The position is available for the 2008/2009 academic year.

Qualifications: 
The successful candidate will have experiential knowledge and clinical expertise primarily in neuromuscular rehabilitation, as well as a strong background in acute care practice. A physical therapist with a doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, ScD) is preferred, however an applicant with a Neurological Clinical Specialist Certification pursuing a terminal degree may receive departmental support toward degree completion. The candidate must be eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania, with a minimum of 5 years clinical and teaching experience.

Opportunities within the Position:
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual interested in teaching primarily in the program’s progressive neuromuscular curriculum. Pediatrics and acute care practice are also potential areas of teaching in this faculty role. The flexible nature of this position also offers the successful applicant the possibility of directing student research projects, as well as opportunities to engage in an existing or new research agenda. These scholarly endeavors may be enhanced by the potential to develop research partnerships through collaboration with our community partners at the DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness and the Center of Excellence for Remote and Medically Underserved Areas (CERMUSA). Faculty-led clinical practice opportunities will be available early in 2009 through our on-campus outpatient facility, which will be housed in the new 30,000 square foot DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness. Numerous off-campus medical facilities and therapy clinics are also easily accessible for continued professional practice experiences. In addition, the successful candidate is highly encouraged to participate in service to the university through committee involvement, student advisement, and community outreach activities.

Professional Environment and Setting:
The DPT program at Saint Francis University has a well-established history with full accreditation until 2015. With our program currently in a growth phase, this newly created position represents an expansion of our highly experienced, 8-member faculty team. Founded in 1847, Saint Francis University is a Catholic, coeducational institution sponsored by the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular. The rural, 600-acre campus is nestled in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains midway between Altoona and Johnstown, Pennsylvania. For more information please visit our websites at: www.francis.edu and http://www.francis.edu/PTHome.htm

Application Process:
Interested applicants are encouraged to call or email Dr. Kay Malek, Search Committee Chair at (814) 472-3851 or kmalek@francis.edu to discuss the advantages and flexibility of this position. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE.

Letters of application and current curriculum vitae should be mailed or emailed to:

Search Committee for Physical Therapy Faculty Member
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Saint Francis University
Loretto, PA 15940-0600

or email materials to positions@francis.edu

Review of applications will begin February 1, 2008.

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Education Department Chairperson / Senior Faculty - Teacher Education
Search Status: The search has been extended. Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University seeks a faculty member (associate or full professor) with extensive higher-education administrative and teaching experience to serve as department chairperson. Accelerated eligibility toward tenure is possible, depending on candidate qualifications.

Faculty member will teach undergraduate courses in Early Childhood Education or Special Education. Expectations include participation in the University’s General Education program, student advising, scholarship and service involvement, mentoring of departmental faculty in teaching, research, and service, and to lead ongoing State Department of Education program review activities.

Ph.D./Ed.D. required; proven successful record of teaching and organizational leadership in a college or university setting. Service on departmental and University committees; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to secure grant funding or other external sources desirable.

Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to:

Search Committee for Education Department Chairperson / Senior Faculty
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
P.O. Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940-0600.

Or email materials to: positions@francis.edu

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International Management Instructor (Part Time)
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

The Continuing Education Department seeks a part time International Management Instructor to begin May 2008. Minimum requirements are an MBA or other related master’s degree, and relevant business experience. Prior teaching experience and an earned doctorate are desired.

Send applications to:
Search Committee for International Management Instructor
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA, 15940

or email applications to positions@francis.edu

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Nursing Department Senior Faculty / Chairperson
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University invites applications for Chairperson of the University’s Department of Nursing. Qualified candidates will possess senior faculty member (associate or full professor) status with extensive higher-education administrative and teaching experience. Accelerated eligibility toward tenure is possible depending on candidate qualifications. This position is a 12-month appointment.

Ph.D. in nursing, or a doctorate in a related field and master’s degree in a nursing specialty, required along with a proven successful record of teaching and organizational leadership in a college or university setting. Current active licensure as a registered nurse in Pennsylvania, or eligibility for licensure, is required. Professional nursing experience and excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. Expertise in securing grants and other external funding is desirable.

The chairperson will teach undergraduate courses in Nursing, participate in the University's General Education program, advise students, maintain scholarship and service activities, mentor Nursing departmental faculty, and maintain CCNE accreditation status.

Saint Francis University is a small Masters comprehensive University located in the Laurel Highlands region of west-central Pennsylvania. Following the Franciscan tradition, Saint Francis' Mission Statement is "A Mind for Excellence, A Spirit for Peace and Justice, and A Heart for Service." Students enjoy individualized attention with a small student to teacher ratio.

Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to:

Search Committee for Nursing Department Faculty/Chairperson
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
P.O. Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940-0600

Or email materials to: positions@francis.edu

Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE

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Administrative Assistant - Admissions Office
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University seeks candidates for Admissions Office Administrative Assistant. This position is directly responsible to the Associate Dean for Enrollment Management and performs a variety of tasks relating to the enrollment management function, such as coordinating campus visitor schedules, maintaining the Office of Admissions comprehensive calendar, generating lead mailings, report generation and greeting of University visitors.

High school graduate with completion of 1-2 years of secretarial, customer service and IT training with at least 1-3 years of related experience is required. This position requires the ability to work effectively with others including prospective and current students, faculty, and staff. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required, with the ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, communication, and office management skills as well as the ability to multi-task and make decisions independently when necessary.

Send cover letter and resume to:

Search Committee: Admissions Office Administrative Assistant
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
P.O. Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940-0600

Or email to: positions@francis.edu

Priority will be given to applications received before August 15, 2008.

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Director of Physical Therapy, Faculty-Student Practice of the DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness at Saint Francis University
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

Position Description:
Full-time clinical and administrative position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The position is available beginning December 2008.

Qualifications:

Opportunities of the Position:
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with faculty and staff to create the physical therapy component of the DiSepio Institute’s Faculty-Student Practice. The Practice will include a Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Training Service and a Neurological Rehabilitation Service. The Director of Physical Therapy will maintain a caseload primarily of sports and orthopedic patients and will interact with faculty and students of the physical therapy, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, physician assistant science, and nursing programs. In addition to clinical duties, the Director of Physical Therapy may have opportunity to teach in the physical therapy academic program, serve as a Clinical Instructor for physical therapy professional students, provide mentorship in planned residency and fellowship programs, supervise professional staff members, and otherwise participate in the four dimensions of the DiSepio Institute – curricular, co-curricular, research, and service.

Professional Environment and Setting:
The DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness at Saint Francis University promotes health and wellness as part of Saint Francis University’s Franciscan mission of academic excellence and achievement combined with community service, particularly to the rural, underserved population. The Institute seeks to enhance the research mission, academic curriculum, student life co-curriculum, and community service profile of the University, helping to promote it as the Catholic and Franciscan higher education institution of choice in the United States. Founded in 1847, Saint Francis University is a Catholic, coeducational institution sponsored by the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular. As a result of an ongoing restructuring, the University is divided into four schools, including a School of Health Sciences, where the DiSepio Institute and its programs reside. The rural, 600-acre campus is located in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains midway between Altoona and Johnstown, Pennsylvania. For more information please visit the DiSepio Institute webpage at http://www.francis.edu/DiSepioInstitute.htm

Application Process:
Interested applicants are encouraged to email Michael B. Arnall, PT, MS, MBA, Search Committee Chair, at marnall@francis.edu to discuss the advantages and flexibility of this position.

Letters of application and current curriculum vitae should be mailed to:
Search Committee for Director of Physical Therapy
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Saint Francis University
Loretto, PA 15940-0600

or email materials to positions@francis.edu

Review of applications will begin September 1, 2008.

Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE

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Dining Service Positions (Part-Time)
Search Status: Currently Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University Dining Services is accepting applications for the 2008 – 2009 school year. Positions are 9-month, with summers and major holidays off.

All positions are part-time for retail food operations as well as the dining hall. Shifts will vary and include some evening and weekend work.

Send application, resume, and references to:
Dining Services Positions
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA, 15940

Or email application material to positions@francis.edu.

You may also apply on campus, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm at 102 Raymond Hall.

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