Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy

Assistant Professor of Physical TherapyPosting Number F00813Position Type Faculty - Tenure TrackUnionized Position Code AAUPHours/Schedule Standard campus business hours: 8:00am -5:00pm Hours may vary based on operational needs.Campus Main Campus, Utica NYDate Position Available 08/01/2026Posted Salary $75,000-$80,000/yearFLSA Status ExemptBenefits Eligible YesIf yes, please select: All BenefitsPosition Summary InformationPosition SummaryPosition Summary: The Department of Physical Therapy at Utica University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor faculty position in the on-campus, entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This is a 10-month appointment with an opportunity to expand responsibility for a leadership role as Department Chair. The target start date is August 1, 2026.Location Utica, NYApplication DeadlineFull consideration by: 08/01/2026Open Until Filled YesMajor ResponsibilitiesMajor Responsibilities:● The candidate will primarily teach ground courses in the neuromuscular system curriculum. Courses are currently taught during the traditional fall and spring semesters.● Based on departmental needs, the successful candidate may also teach in other content areas, including geriatrics, pediatrics, other systems (e.g., integumentary, genitourinary, etc.), and/or research. Additional teaching opportunities are available based on the candidate’s areas of interest.● The candidate will conduct research and service appropriate for the program expectations and successful tenure review.● As a DPT Program faculty member, the candidate will participate in advising undergraduate and graduate students, as well as providing professional mentoring.Driving ResponsibilitiesTravelSupervisesEducation RequiredCertification RequiredEducation & Experience QualificationsEducation & Experience Qualifications:● Terminal academic doctoral degree such as a PhD, EdD, DSc, or equivalent. ABD candidates may be considered for this position.Required License/Certification and Qualifications:● The candidate must have a current unrestricted license or eligibility for PT licensure in New York State.Preferred Qualifications:● Candidates with prior higher education teaching experience and two years of relevant clinical experience.Minimum Skills/AbilitiesMinimum Skills/Abilities:● Contemporary expertise in neuromuscular physical therapy or ABPTS Certification.● A commitment to innovation and student-centered learning.● Evidence of an ongoing or developing scholarly agenda.● Ability to engage in service activities in the department, at the University, and in the surrounding community.● Ability to function well within a collegial, collaborative work environment.Applicant Documents InstructionsReference letters will be solicitedEEO/AA StatementUtica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.Commitment to Supporting and Hiring VeteransUtica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII , this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? HercJobs.org (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium) HigherEdJobs.com InsideHigherEd.com Observer Dispatch (Utica OD)-newspaper Ithaca Journal Personal Referral Utica University Website Albany Times Union Binghamton Press & Sun careerbuilders.com centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com Chronicle.com (Chronicle of Higher Ed website) Elmira Star Gazette Utica University Online Employment Website DiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education Historically Black Colleges and Universities Indeed.com Current Utica University Employee Referred by a Utica University Employee Referred by a non Utica University Employee Twitter LinkedIn-Job Posting LinkedIn-Recruited by Utica University HR Centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com Syracuse Post Standard-newspaper Albany Times Union-newspaper Facebook Job Fair Search Firm NCAA PRISM Network HBCU Connect DiverseJobs Other Please provide more details regarding the source of your referral? (Open Ended Question)Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents Resume / Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Teaching Philosophy Research Statement Optional Documents Letter of Reference #1 Teaching Evaluations Letter of Reference #2 Letter of Reference #3

Created: 2026-03-04