Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy

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The Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, contributing to curriculum development, engaging in scholarly activity, and supporting programmatic and institutional service. This role requires a balance of teaching, clinical expertise, and active participation in accreditation and continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver didactic, laboratory, and/or clinical education instruction within the DPT curriculum.
• Participate in curriculum design, implementation, and ongoing assessment to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and best practices.
• Advise and mentor students, including academic and professional development guidance.
• Engage in scholarly activity, including research, publication, and/or professional presentations.
• Contribute to programmatic assessment, accreditation compliance (e.g., CAPTE), and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including committee work.
• Maintain clinical competence and professional development in physical therapy practice.
• Collaborate with faculty and clinical partners to support student clinical education experiences.

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (DPT, PhD, EdD, or related field).
• Active, unencumbered Physical Therapist (PT) license in a United States jurisdiction, with the ability to comply with the West Virginia practice act.
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time, post-licensure clinical practice experience.
• At least two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Serving as a Site Coordinator of Clinical Education (SCCE) or Clinical Instructor (CI) in physical therapy; or
  • Teaching, curriculum development, and/or administration within a physical therapist education program.
• Prior teaching experience in a CAPTE-accredited DPT program is preferred. 
• Strong instructional and communication skills in both classroom and clinical settings.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Commitment to student-centered learning and professional mentorship.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an academic and clinical environment.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory requirements in physical therapy education.
• Ability to demonstrate and instruct physical therapy techniques.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods during instruction.
• Occasional lifting, positioning, or assisting of students or equipment consistent with clinical instruction needs.

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