Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy - Orthopedics (Tenure Track)

University Of Lynchburg•Lynchburg, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university, is seeking applicants for a full-time tenure track position in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program starting at the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. The DPT Program is part of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences and offers opportunities for interprofessional experiences. The program is housed in a dedicated Graduate Health Sciences Building with extensive facilities for physical therapy instruction, service, and research. The curriculum utilizes an innovative model to prepare student physical therapists as generalist practitioners and leaders in the profession. Faculty are encouraged to engage in clinical practice, with opportunities available within an onsite free clinic. The program received initial accreditation in 2013 and is scheduled for re-review in 2028.

Requirements

A master’s or higher level physical therapy 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
Experience teaching entry-level content to DPT students
A minimum of three years of contemporary physical therapy clinical practice
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Virginia (Virginia licensure is required within one year of employment)
A scholarly agenda that contributes to teaching and/or practice
The ability and credentials to teach courses related to orthopedic practice

Responsibilities

Teaching courses in the DPT Program
Collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development
Supervising student research projects
Service to the University and community
Engaging in scholarly activity
Applying best practices to facilitate teaching and learning processes and principles with a commitment to continuous quality improvement
Documenting student learning, interpreting outcomes, and recording grades
Assisting with student recruitment, admission, and retention
Maintaining accurate and appropriate student, instructor, course, and program documentation
Establishing and maintaining professional and ethical boundaries with students, co-workers, and others in all learning environments
Participating in University service and events
Perform other responsibilities that may be assigned by the DPT Program Director and Dean School of Medicine and Health Sciences