Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Physical Therapy

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Staten Island (CSI), a senior college of The City University of New York, invites applications for an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor – Physical Therapy in Staten Island, NY. This tenure-track DPT faculty position focuses on teaching clinical or foundation courses and developing a research agenda.

As a full-time, 9-month, in-person role, the candidate will develop, deliver, and assess the curriculum, advise students, lead service to the university and profession, engage in

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the United States.
• 5 years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist.
• An academic degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) or degree in final stages of completion.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical or foundation courses for the DPT program.
• Develop, deliver and assess curriculum for DPT students.
• Advise and mentor students; provide leadership in service to the university and profession.
• Engage in community outreach and scholarly activity.

Education

Valid Physical Therapy license in the United States

5 years Clinical Experience as a Physical Therapist

PhD / EdD or equivalent (or in final stages of completion)

Job description

Assistant, Associate or Full Professor – Physical Therapy

Job ID: 32362

Location: College of Staten Island

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Division of Science and Technology's Department of Physical Therapy at the College of Staten Island (CSI) is excited to announce the tenure-track open rank Faculty position for the Doctor of Physical Therapy in Staten Island, New York. This unique opportunity is for a collaborative faculty member who can teach clinical or foundation courses or specializes in any of the major physical therapy specializations (OCS, ECS, SCS, etc.) and is committed to the profession of Physical Therapy and the inclusive excellence of our students.

As a faculty member of the DPT Program, you will have a significant role in shaping the next generation of physical therapists. This full-time, 9 month, in-person faculty position involves expertise in curriculum development, delivery, assessment, student advisement, leadership in service to the university and profession, community outreach, and scholarly engagement. New faculty for the DPT in CSI will join a well-established in-person program committed to providing evidence-based educational practice. Applicants should demonstrate a successfully teaching record. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a well-defined research agenda and contributes to research and scholarly activity as required by the University and CAPTE. To develop, deliver and assess curriculum for DPT students. Advise and mentor students. Provide leadership in university and professional service and engage in community outreach efforts.

The College of Staten Island is a four-year senior college of The City University of New York. It provides exceptional opportunities to all its students and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificates, and continuing education programs. CSI is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Completed in 1994, the 204-acre campus of CSI/CUNY is set on the largest physical New York City college site. Surrounded by a park-like landscape, the campus is centrally located on Staten Island. A rural oasis in an urban setting, the campus includes 300 classrooms, laboratories and instructional space, study lounges, department and program offices, and faculty offices, along with extensive athletic facilities and an acclaimed Center for the Arts.

Our program has offered the Clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), the entry-level degree required for Physical Therapists since 1995. The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at The College of Staten Island/CUNY's accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) has been reaffirmed for 10 years, effective until 2030.The program values excellence in education and research.

The City University of New York has 25 campuses in the city's five boroughs. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and continuing education opportunities to students of all ages and backgrounds. The City University of New York is the nation's largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City. Founded in 1847 as the nation's first free public institution of higher education. CUNY today has 25 colleges spread across New York City's five boroughs, serving more than 233,000 degree‑seeking students of all ages and awarding 50,000 degrees each year. More than 80 percent of the University's graduates stay in New York, contributing to all aspects of all the city's economic, civic and cultural life and diversifying the city's workforce in every sector. The University's historic mission continues today: provide a public first‑rate education to all students, regardless of means or background.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the United States
• 5 years Clinical Experience as a Physical Therapist
• An academic degree (Phd, EdD, or equivalent) or an academic degree in its final stages of completion.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• ABPTS Board Certification, Orthopedics preferred
• 3 years of teaching experience at the graduate level

COMPENSATION

Assistant Professor: $86,741 - $94,909

Associate Professor: $105,816 - $113,982

Full Professor: $122,201 - $131,440

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

*Salaries will be adjusted by 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

CLOSING DATE

September 5, 2026

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