Assistant Professor

University of North Texas System•Fort Worth, TX

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth is seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) faculty member at the Assistant Professor rank for a 12-month appointment, effective immediately. This position will provide leadership for the pediatric physical therapy curriculum across both the Residential and Hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs. Primary responsibilities include serving as the course director for all pediatric content, developing, delivering, and assessing pediatric coursework, mentoring and advising DPT students, participating in program assessment and curriculum development, and engaging in departmental, university, and professional service activities. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty across both pathways to ensure curricular consistency and excellence while supporting the department's mission to prepare exceptional physical therapists through evidence-informed education, innovation, and interprofessional collaboration.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
Eligibility for Texas physical therapist licensure or current Texas PT license.
Minimum of three (3) years of contemporary clinical experience in pediatric physical therapy.
Demonstrated expertise in pediatric physical therapy practice.
Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
Commitment to creating and maintaining an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
Commitment to evidence-informed teaching, student mentorship, and professional development.
Active participation in professional organizations or service activities at the local, state, or national level.
Licensed to practice in Texas or license to practice in Texas by the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Post-professional academic degree (completed or in progress) (e.g., PhD, EdD, DSc).
Previous teaching experience in an entry-level DPT program.
Experience teaching in both residential and hybrid/online learning environments.
Experience serving as a course director and participating in curriculum development and assessment.
Experience with interprofessional education, simulation, and other innovative teaching strategies.
Evidence of scholarship consistent with faculty expectations.

Responsibilities

Serve as the course director for all pediatric content.
Develop, deliver, and assess pediatric coursework.
Mentor and advise DPT students.
Participate in program assessment and curriculum development.
Engage in departmental, university, and professional service activities.
Collaborate with faculty across both pathways to ensure curricular consistency and excellence.