ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - PHYSICAL THERAPY

The Department of Physical Therapy at Ithaca College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty member at the rank of assistant professor, with coursework beginning August 2026. Join one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious physical therapy programs with a distinguished 77-year history. Our program maintains one of New York State's highest NPTE licensure pass rates and ranks in the top 25% nationally.

We seek a dedicated educator who is committed to excellence in physical therapy education. The successful candidate will develop and implement DPT-level curriculum using active learning strategies that foster an inclusive classroom environment. This role offers opportunities for clinical teaching, clinically focused scholarship, student mentoring through our on-campus clinic, academic advising, and meaningful service contributions.

What We Value

We are committed to increasing faculty diversity and fostering an inclusive campus community. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who bring unique strengths and expertise. Ithaca College values civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the open exchange of ideas. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results-driven, and forward-thinking. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted physical therapy license in any U.S. jurisdiction and Physical therapy licensure in New York State by appointment date
• Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DSc) in related field (degree completion is preferred at the time of appointment; however, ABD candidates with significant progress are encouraged to apply) OR completion of an ABPTRFE-accredited non-clinical residency program.
• Commitment to excellence in physical therapy education
• Evidence of scholarly promise with a developed or emerging research agenda

Preferred Qualifications

While we welcome applicants with expertise across all areas of clinical practice, preference will be given to candidates who are prepared to teach coursework related to musculoskeletal/orthopedics and/or evidence-based practice. Special consideration will be given to candidates who have the following qualifications: at least 3 years of clinical experience, possession of ABPTS Board certification, teaching experience in academic or residency/fellowship settings, and/or a history of scholarly publications/presentations.

About the Department of Physical Therapy

The Department of Physical Therapy is housed within the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) at Ithaca College, and offers two academic pathways - a six-year combined BS/DPT and a three-year professional graduate entry level DPT. Our collaborative team of physical therapy experts are passionate about student learning and success, and you will receive one-on-one mentoring to support your integration into the curriculum, HSHP, and college. You’ll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities, including a human anatomy cadaver lab, movement analysis lab, a healthcare simulation lab, and an on-campus pro-bono physical therapy clinic for teaching and scholarship. We also emphasize interprofessional education and collaborative practice where possible – and faculty, staff, and students from across professions within HSHP work collaboratively to promote positive outcomes for individuals and communities in programs such as our Center for Life Skills, Parkinson's Wellness Collaborative, Performing Arts Wellness Initiative, and the Therapeutic Alliance Program. 

Learn more: ithaca.edu/academics/school-health-sciences-and-human-performance/physical-therapy

At Ithaca, faculty and staff are deeply committed to student education and growth. As thought leaders moving their fields forward, IC faculty not only mentor students but also continue to develop as professionals who use their knowledge and expertise to make a difference in the world. Ithaca College is especially noted for hands-on preprofessional education, offering both liberal arts and professional degrees. Alongside physical therapy, the School of HSHP offers graduate degrees in several health-related fields, including athletic training, exercise science, occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, and speech-language pathology. Undergraduate degrees in health sciences, exercise science, public and community health, and speech-language pathology are also available. 

Application Instructions

Interested individuals should apply online at Ithaca.edu/jobs. Applications should include a cover letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the position, CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Questions about the online application may be directed to Amy Overstrom, Human Resources Recruiter, at (607) 274-8000 or aoverstrom@ithaca.edu. 

Additional inquiries about the position and /or requirements may be directed to the Faculty Search Chair, Karen Lomond (klomond@ithaca.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately. To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by November 17, 2025.

Hiring Range

$74,000 - $79,000

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

Salary : $74,000 - $79,000