Assistant Professor

University of North Texas System • Fort Worth, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth invites applications for a full-time, 12-month faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in the residential Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, effective immediately. The primary focus of this position will be to contribute to the department’s teaching mission while supporting research within the residential DPT curriculum.

Responsibilities include teaching in the entry level program, maintaining or collaborating on an active program of scholarship, contributing collegially to departmental research initiatives, and mentoring DPT students in scholarly activities. The faculty member will contribute to teaching in the entry-level DPT curriculum in areas consistent with their expertise. Additional responsibilities include advising students, participating in departmental and university service, and collaborating with faculty to support program operations and accreditation requirements.

The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s commitment to advancing evidence-informed practice, fostering student engagement in research and scholarship, and supporting the mission of the department to develop innovative solutions for a healthier community. The faculty member will also engage in interprofessional education and collaboration with faculty across the university, school, and program.

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Eligibility for appointment at the Assistant Professor rank based on academic experience and scholarly productivity.
• Active physical therapy license in Texas or eligibility to obtain licensure in the state of Texas.
• Demonstrated experience or potential in scholarly activity and research productivity.
• Evidence of teaching experience or potential in evidence-based practice, foundational sciences, or clinical sciences relevant to physical therapy education.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
• Active participation in professional activities at the local, state, or national level.
• Commitment to maintaining a respectful and supportive learning environment and modeling professionalism in academic and clinical settings.
• Licensed to practice in Texas or license to practice in Texas by the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Post-professional academic degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DSc, or equivalent) completed, in progress, or planned.
• Board-certified clinical specialist (ABPTS) in a relevant area.
• Experience teaching in entry-level DPT programs.
• Experience mentoring students in clinical settings.
• Experience with innovative instructional strategies, simulation, or interprofessional education.

Responsibilities

• Teaching in the entry level program
• Maintaining or collaborating on an active program of scholarship
• Contributing collegially to departmental research initiatives
• Mentoring DPT students in scholarly activities
• Advising students
• Participating in departmental and university service
• Collaborating with faculty to support program operations and accreditation requirements
• Engaging in interprofessional education and collaboration with faculty across the university, school, and program

Benefits

• ORP Eligible

What This Job Offers

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