Job Description

Responsibilities

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES



Engage in rigorous research resulting in scholarly publications, preferably peer-reviewed journal articles in prestigious outlets.
Teach entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy courses in support of the program.
Advise and mentor graduate students.
Direct student research including projects, theses, and dissertations.
Participate in the planning and implementation of curricular changes for the program and school.
Provide institutional service as assigned by the department head and engage in professional service within the discipline.
Participate in professional activities as needed to ensure the well-being of the program, school, and college.


The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.



STARTING DATE: No earlier than January 1, 2027 and no later than May 16, 2027



SALARY: Competitive and commensurate with experience; excellent health benefits and retirement package.


Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Physical Therapist with terminal academic doctorate degree (e.g. PhD, EdD, DSc) at the time of employment.
Licensed or eligible for PT licensure in Alabama at the time of employment.
Experience or demonstrated potential to teach graduate courses.
Record of research in Physical Therapy and contemporary scholarship, practice expertise and teaching experience in women’s health, cardio-pulmonary therapeutics, neurological rehabilitation, pediatrics with anatomy, biomechanics/ kinesiology/ movement science, and/or applied neuroscience/electrophysiology practice environments, and other areas of contemporary expertise.
Evidence of extramural support or of demonstrated potential to be successful in securing extramural support.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Commitment to the values and priorities of the College of Education (College of Education Strategic Plan 2035 | College of Education)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Post-doctoral training.
History of extramural grant funding.
Experience teaching in a DPT program.
Board certification or exceptional clinical experience.
Record of advising, engaging, and mentoring DPT and PhD students.
Record of collaboration across the department, university, and/or the field of physical therapy higher education.
Professional experience in the field of physical therapy higher education.
Demonstrated ability to engage in physical therapy education program design activities (e.g., curriculum redesign, course design, administrative tasks).

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Contract Type

Continuing
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