What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy position at University of North Dakota?
498459
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
Full-time Faculty
Salary/Position Classification
$89,000 annual, Exempt
40 hours per week
This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus.
Purpose of Position
The Department of Physical Therapy is seeking a faculty member to teach in the areas of neurologic, geriatric, general physical therapy, and other duties dependent of departmental need.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teaching in the areas of neurologic, geriatric, general physical therapy, and other areas of departmental need.
Well-defined, ongoing scholarly agenda and dissemination.
Service to the department, school, university, and profession.
Advising graduate and undergraduate students.
Required Competencies
Possess appropriate academic and experiential qualifications.
Obtain and hold appropriate state licensure for professional practice.
Maintain a high level of professional ethics as outlined by APTA and the University.
Have strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Minimum Requirements
Academic doctorate or earned DPT with a commitment to pursue academic doctorate appropriate for teaching responsibilities and scholarly activity.
Advanced training with contemporary expertise and clinical experience in neurologic, geriatric, or generalist physical therapy practice.
Current PT license; eligible for ND license.
3 years' clinical experience.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
An academic doctorate in a field appropriate for teaching responsibilities.
A Board-Certified Clinical Specialist from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or advanced certification.
Classroom teaching experience.
Experience in clinical research or scholarly activity.
Membership and involvement in professional associations
To Apply
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 08/26/2026 and include the following materials:
Letter of interest
Current curriculum vitae
Contact information for 3 professional references
Position is opened until filled.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks!
Additional Information
All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and Civil Rights & Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help?
Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
Full-time Faculty
Salary/Position Classification
$89,000 annual, Exempt
40 hours per week
This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus.
Purpose of Position
The Department of Physical Therapy is seeking a faculty member to teach in the areas of neurologic, geriatric, general physical therapy, and other duties dependent of departmental need.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teaching in the areas of neurologic, geriatric, general physical therapy, and other areas of departmental need.
Well-defined, ongoing scholarly agenda and dissemination.
Service to the department, school, university, and profession.
Advising graduate and undergraduate students.
Required Competencies
Possess appropriate academic and experiential qualifications.
Obtain and hold appropriate state licensure for professional practice.
Maintain a high level of professional ethics as outlined by APTA and the University.
Have strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Minimum Requirements
Academic doctorate or earned DPT with a commitment to pursue academic doctorate appropriate for teaching responsibilities and scholarly activity.
Advanced training with contemporary expertise and clinical experience in neurologic, geriatric, or generalist physical therapy practice.
Current PT license; eligible for ND license.
3 years' clinical experience.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
An academic doctorate in a field appropriate for teaching responsibilities.
A Board-Certified Clinical Specialist from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or advanced certification.
Classroom teaching experience.
Experience in clinical research or scholarly activity.
Membership and involvement in professional associations
To Apply
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 08/26/2026 and include the following materials:
Letter of interest
Current curriculum vitae
Contact information for 3 professional references
Position is opened until filled.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks!
Additional Information
All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and Civil Rights & Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help?
Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
Salary : $89,000