Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track of Physical Therapy

About the role

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track of Physical Therapy in the College of Health & Clinical Professions.

Responsibilities

• Prior to Student Matriculation: Contribute to the overall development, implementation, assessment, and success of the DPT program and ensure that the Tarleton State University Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum challenges students while facilitating their professional development.
• Prioritize applicants who are board-certified clinical specialists in orthopedics, neurologic, or cardiovascular pulmonary physical therapy.
• Teach courses and content within their areas of expertise, and build and maintain authentic, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors, fostering a supportive and enriching environment within our DPT program.
• Participate in program, departmental and university-wide committees, and other appropriate activities related to the profession, academic discipline, or community.

Requirements

• A terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, etc.) in a related field or current enrollment in a post-professional degree program.
• Candidates who are physical therapists must have an earned doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Unrestricted license (or eligibility for licensure) as a Physical Therapist in Texas if a physical therapist.
• 3 years of clinical experience; however, an individual with less than 3 years of experience with outstanding academic performance (e.g., enrolled in Ph.D. or similar degrees) or clinical achievement (e.g., board-certified) will be considered.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience for a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist education program.
• Board certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialization (Orthopedics, Neurology, or Cardiovascular and Pulmonary).
• Experience in professional presentations or publications.
• History of extramural grant funding.
• History of social responsibility, investing in local, regional, and global health, and addressing contemporary societal needs through advocacy.
• Active engagement in the physical therapy profession.
• Knowledge of competency-based physical therapist education.

Skills

• A deep commitment to student success and a genuine passion for teaching.
• A strong commitment to ethical practices in physical therapist education.
• High levels of empathy and emotional intelligence enabling you to understand and support students effectively through the challenges of physical therapist education.
• Enthusiasm for physical therapist education and a dedication to helping students excel.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and mentoring skills.
• Promotes a culture of collegiality, collaboration, and positive role modeling.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Pay

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This position will be 100% administrative until the first cohort matriculates. May be assigned to teach at various campus locations or through approved instructional modalities, as determined by the institution based on operational needs. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).