Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore currently invites resumes for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure track position in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. The salary is commensurate with experience. Salary Range - $90,000 - $95,000 Benefits: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including: • Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division. • Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage. • Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance). • Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions. • Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays. • Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs. Department Information: The Department of Physical Therapy has fully equipped laboratories that include Human Anatomy, Motion Analysis, Cardiopulmonary, and Clinical Practice Simulation. The department encourages and participates in numerous collaborative efforts with local clinics, hospitals, and universities. Please see the departmental website for additional information (https://wwwcp.umes.edu/pt/). Responsibilities: • Teach courses and professional content within a DPT program and engage in university, department, and community projects that may involve research and/or clinical activities for the department. Areas of instruction include therapeutic exercise, communication and psychosocial aspects of disability, physical therapy tests and measures, prosthetic rehabilitation, clinical judgement seminars, and other physical therapy procedures. • Develop a scholarship agenda. • Participate in professional/service activities. • Coordinate courses as needed. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: • Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy with advanced certification credential. • Licensure as a physical therapist (or eligible for licensure and license obtained within 90 days of employment) in the State of Maryland. • Five (5) years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice experience (preferably with some experience in an inpatient setting). Preferences: • Candidates with completed or significant progress toward a terminal academic doctorate degree (Ph.D., EdD, DSc, etc.) Physical Demands: • May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk. • May require lifting. • Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. • Requires operation of a variety of office equipment. Licenses/ Certifications: • Licensure as a physical therapist (or eligible for licensure and license obtained within 90 days of employment) in the State of Maryland. Additional Job Details Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Best Consideration Date: N/A Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Department UMES-HLPR-Physical Therapy Worker Sub-Type Faculty Regular Salary Range $90,000 - $95,000 EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. 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The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university. Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence, UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University. Hawk Pride, Catch It! Learn more EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Human Resources Our Human Resources office is committed to supporting the mission of University of Maryland Eastern Shore by recruiting, developing, and retaining talented employees. Learn more Contact Us If you have questions, please call the Office of Human Resources at (410) 651-6400.