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Marshall University•Huntington, WV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Physical Therapy (SOPT) in the College of Health Professions (COHP) invites applications for a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor starting January 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and curricular development within the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. The primary need for teaching is in gross anatomy. Additional areas of instructional need include diagnostic imaging, musculoskeletal pathology, physiology (medical and exercise), and foundational clinical skills. Teaching responsibilities may be adjusted based on program needs and the candidate’s areas of expertise. The faculty member will engage in both independent and collaborative team teaching.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (DPT, PhD, or equivalent) required.
Eligible for physical therapy licensure in the state.
Demonstrated experience in teaching and curriculum development.
Evidence of scholarly activity and potential for sustained research.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in gross anatomy, diagnostic imaging, musculoskeletal pathology, physiology, or foundational clinical skills.
Experience with collaborative team teaching.
Experience in clinical practice.

Responsibilities

Teaching and advising students in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program
Developing and sustaining an active scholarly agenda
Participating in service activities at the program, college, university, and professional levels
Contributing to curriculum development and ongoing program assessment
Limited release time may be available to support clinical practice in the community, consistent with program needs and faculty workload policies