Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - CLTA - Neurological Physical Therapy & Multi-Morbidity

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking an Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, in Neurological Physical Therapy. This role involves teaching and curriculum development, along with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Ideal candidates will have a PhD, strong teaching acumen, and clinical experience in physical therapy. A full-time, two-year contract starting January 2026 awaits qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field applicable to Physical Therapy by appointment date.
• At least 5 years of clinical experience enabling teaching in the MScPT curriculum.
• Experience teaching in a degree-granting program.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Therapy Practice and Advanced Critical Thinking courses.
• Engage in education leadership and align with the Department's mission.
• Contribute to curriculum design and teaching innovation.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Evidence-informed practice

Pedagogical inquiry

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Licensed physical therapist

Job description

Overview

Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - CLTA - Neurological Physical Therapy & Multi-Morbidity. Two-year full-time contractually limited term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream. Appointment is anticipated to begin January 1, 2026 and end December 31, 2028.

Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for teaching within Unit 4: PHT1104Y Physical Therapy Practice III and PHT1106H Advanced Critical Thinking in Physical Therapy.
• Engage in education leadership and scholarship aligned with the Department of Physical Therapy’s mission and strategic plan.
• Develop and deliver content, contribute to curriculum design and teaching innovation.
• Participate in student remediation and mentoring, faculty development, community engagement, and interprofessional collaboration.
• Demonstrate teaching excellence through teaching accomplishments, strong evaluations, teaching dossier (including teaching philosophy, instructional experience, curriculum development, and mentoring records) and letters of reference. Teaching-related scholarly accomplishments should be evidenced by peer‑reviewed publications, conference presentations, and endorsements by referees of high standing.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field applicable to Physical Therapy by appointment date or shortly thereafter, with demonstrated record of excellence in teaching.
• Licensed physical therapist or eligible for licensure with the College of Physiotherapists in Ontario.
• Experience with evidence-informed practice and critical appraisal of scientific content, and at least 5 years of clinical experience enabling teaching in the MScPT curriculum.
• Experience teaching in a degree-granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, online material/lectures, and mentoring learners.
• Commitment to pedagogical inquiry and teaching innovation, with interest in teaching-related scholarly activities.

About the Department and University

The Department of Physical Therapy is committed to applying the principles of equity, diversity, indigeneity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIIA) and wellness in its operations. The University of Toronto is home to Canada’s first physical therapy program and a vibrant health sciences network with strong research collaborations across the University, national, and international institutions. The Department includes 29 faculty and admits 150 students into the MScPT program each year.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter outlining relevant experience, teaching interests, and education scholarship in physiotherapy and/or rehabilitation practice;
• A complete teaching dossier (statement of teaching philosophy, overview of education scholarship, sample course syllabi and other teaching materials, and teaching evaluations);
• A statement outlining contributions to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigeneity and accessibility (max one page).

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The university’s recruiting tool will solicit letters of reference automatically after an application is submitted. Letters should comment on the candidate’s teaching abilities and teaching-related scholarly accomplishments and be submitted on letterhead, dated, signed, and addressed to Dr. Sara Guilcher, Interim Chair and Graduate Chair, Department of Physical Therapy, by the closing date.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. CV and cover letter should be uploaded in the dedicated fields. Please combine additional materials into one or two PDF/MS Word files. For questions about the position, contact Thad Lizo at [e-mail].

All application materials, including three recent reference letters, must be received by 11:59 pm EDT on October 21, 2025. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity and Accessibility Statements

Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is committed to a culture of belonging. Applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities are strongly encouraged. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigeneity, and accessibility in their materials.

Accessibility Statement The University strives to be equitable and inclusive, with accommodations provided as required for applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].