Assistant/Associate Professor-in-Residence, Physical Therapy, School of Integrated Health Sciences [R0153099]
About The Position
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor-in-Residence position in Physical Therapy within the School of Integrated Health Sciences. This is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track teaching faculty position. The primary responsibilities include teaching in the entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, conducting research activities aligned with accreditation standards, and mentoring student capstone projects. The core teaching focus will be contemporary neurological physical therapy. The successful candidate is expected to meet university criteria for teaching and service, and adhere to UNLV's Top Tier Initiatives for teaching and mentoring. The anticipated start date is January 2027. The Department of Physical Therapy is part of the School of Integrated Health Sciences, which also houses the Departments of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, Occupational Therapy, and Health Physics and Diagnostic Sciences. The DPT program is fully accredited by CAPTE, with its first graduating class in 2006 and a 100% NPTE pass rate.
Requirements
- A licensed physical therapist with eligibility for licensure by the Nevada State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
- An earned terminal degree (PhD, DSc, or EdD) from a regionally accredited college or university, or a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree with board-certified clinical specialization. A DPT with other advanced training in a related field (e.g., MS in clinical investigation) will also be considered.
- 5 years of contemporary clinical experience in neurological physical therapy.
- Teaching experience in neurological physical therapy at the graduate level.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with diverse populations.
- Ability to collaborate, solve problems, and be flexible.
- Demonstrated ability to learn, develop, and apply new technologies.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in mentoring student service-learning and research projects.
- Experience in curricular/program development and academic assessment.
Responsibilities
- Teaching in the entry-level DPT program, with a primary focus on contemporary neurological physical therapy.
- Conducting research activities consistent with accreditation expectations.
- Mentoring student capstone projects.
- Meeting University criteria related to teaching and service.
- Adhering to UNLV Top Tier Initiatives related to teaching and mentoring.
Benefits
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
