Clinical or Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
Location: 100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI
Start Date: 8/24/26
About the Role
Carroll University seeks a Clinical or Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor for its Doctor of Physical Therapy program. This is a 9 or 12-month appointment with responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service. Preferred areas of expertise include neuroscience, exercise physiology, professional practice, or patient management skills. Candidates who demonstrate a record of teaching and service excellence, innovation, and a commitment to a dynamic, integrated approach to physical therapy education are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program
- Scholarship and research activities
- Service to the university and community
Requirements
- Current licensure or eligibility for licensure in Wisconsin as a physical therapist
- Clinical doctoral degree (e.g., DPT)
- Minimum of 3 years of professional clinical experience as a physical therapist
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, DPT, DSc, or equivalent) in a relevant field
- Postsecondary level teaching experience
- Specialized certifications in physical therapy or related areas
About the Program
The Carroll University Physical Therapy program features a dynamic, integrated curriculum with a strong emphasis on community involvement. Highlights include:
- On-campus pro bono clinic
- Multiple community outreach opportunities
- Clinical education opportunities at local, national, and international levels
- State-of-the-art laboratory and teaching spaces in the 55,000 sq. ft. Center for Graduate Studies
About the College
The College of Health Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs across seven departments: Athletic Training, Human Movement Sciences, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Physical Therapy, and Public Health. The college accounts for approximately 60% of the university’s enrollment and focuses on:
- Interprofessional education and practice
- An integrated approach to health sciences
- Innovative learning and healthcare technologies
- Community partnerships and service to medically underserved populations
The college has received federal and private foundation grants to support interdisciplinary initiatives and program-specific projects.
About Carroll University
Founded in 1846, Carroll University is an independent, co-educational institution grounded in the liberal arts tradition. Located in suburban Waukesha, 16 miles west of Milwaukee and 60 miles east of Madison, the university serves over 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students. While intentionally ecumenical and non-sectarian, Carroll University is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, USA. Candidates must support and advance the university’s mission.
Application Materials
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Examples of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations or a letter from a supervisor attesting to classroom skills)