Chair, Physical Therapy

Texas State University • Round Rock, TX

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About The Position

The Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy at Texas State University is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the department's academic programs, faculty, and strategic initiatives. This position involves managing the department's budget, promoting research excellence, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. The Chair will lead efforts in curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and student advising while fostering collaborative relationships within the university and the broader healthcare community.

Requirements

• Current rank of associate or full professor with eligibility for tenure.
• Earned academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc) from an accredited university.
• Licensed PT or eligible for licensure in Texas.
• Active membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Experience in effective administration of a university department, including curricular evaluation and design.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of physical therapy education and practice advocacy at the state or national level.
• Record of scholarly excellence with publications and external funding.
• Effective teaching experience at all levels, including online programs.
• Demonstrated leadership in building alliances across academic and business communities.
• Experience with reaccreditation self-study and curriculum design for CAPTE standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Chief Executive of the Department of Physical Therapy.
• Implement university, college, and department policies.
• Develop, coordinate, and administer all academic programs and activities within the department.
• Articulate the PT program's aspirations to internal and external constituents.
• Develop and implement strategic goals for the department.
• Promote research excellence and provide collaborative leadership.
• Administer the department and physical therapy clinic, including budget management.
• Lead matters related to accreditation, teaching schedules, and faculty recruitment.
• Evaluate faculty and staff performance and support grant opportunities.
• Advise students and formulate strategic plans and policies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and research funding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees