Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy - Generalist (Tenure or Clinical Track)

UNIVERSITY OF LYNCHBURG • Martinsburg, WV

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About The Position

The University of Lynchburg, a private regional university located in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia, is seeking a full-time tenure track or clinical track position in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. The DPT Program is part of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences with opportunities for interprofessional experiences with a variety of other health science programs. The program is housed in the Graduate Health Sciences Building with more than 37,000 square feet dedicated to physical therapy instruction, service, and research. The curriculum features an innovative hybrid model of instruction that prepares student physical therapists to become generalist practitioners who become leaders in the profession. Clinical practice is promoted among faculty and opportunities exist within the onsite free clinic. The Program received initial accreditation in 2013 and is scheduled for re-review in 2028. Position Description: The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Lynchburg invites applications for a full-time (12 month) tenure or clinical track assistant/associate professor level faculty position to begin during the Spring of 2026.

Requirements

• Experience teaching entry-level content to DPT students.
• A minimum of three years of contemporary physical therapy clinical practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia (Virginia licensure is required within one year of employment).
• A Clinical Specialist Certification and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, or an entry-level physical therapist degree and a terminal academic doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, EdD, DSc, or DHSc); candidates approaching completion of a terminal academic degree will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach generalist physical therapy content to entry-level DPT students.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the DPT Program and other health science programs.
• Contribute to the scholarly agenda that supports teaching and/or practice.
• Participate in clinical practice opportunities within the onsite free clinic.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time, and family leave.
• Comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans.
• Flexible spending account.
• Tuition remission.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree