Assistant Professor (12 Month), Physical Therapy Program (Part-Time)

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a part-time Assistant Professor (12-month) for the Physical Therapy Program in Brooklyn, NY. The candidate will coordinate student clinical education, cultivate sites and instructors, and support students and accreditation processes.

The role requires a doctoral degree, NY license or eligibility, and 3+ years of PT clinical experience, with strong organizational and communication skills to collaborate with faculty and leadership.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in physical therapy or equivalent.
• New York State PT license or eligible.
• 3+ years of full-time physical therapist clinical experience.
• Experience in clinical education, supervision, or instruction.
• Knowledge of PT education, clinical education processes, and accreditation standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage student clinical education placements and related processes.
• Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with clinical education sites and clinical instructors.
• Advise and support students regarding clinical education requirements, performance, and professional conduct.
• Monitor student progress during clinical experiences and address clinical education concerns as needed.
• Recruit, support, and communicate with clinical instructors and clinical partners.
• Maintain clinical education records, affiliation agreements, and required documentation.
• Collect and analyze clinical education data and assist with accreditation and assessment activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and program leadership to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the clinical education curriculum.
• Participate in program meetings, committees, and other activities that support the mission of the department.

Skills

Clinical education coordination

Student supervision

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree (DPT/PhD/EdD)

New York PT license or eligible

Tools

Exxat

CPI

Job description

Assistant Professor (12 Month), Physical Therapy Program (Part-Time)

Brooklyn, NY, United States

About Us

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare?SUNY Downstate Health Sciences Universityis one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.

Job Description

The Physical Therapy Program in the School of Health Professions at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a part-time Assistant Professor (12MO). The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate and manage student clinical education placements and related processes.
• Develop, maintain, and expand relationships with clinical education sites and clinical instructors.
• Advise and support students regarding clinical education requirements, performance, and professional conduct.
• Monitor student progress during clinical experiences and address clinical education concerns as needed.
• Recruit, support, and communicate with clinical instructors and clinical partners.
• Maintain clinical education records, affiliation agreements, and required documentation.
• Collect and analyze clinical education data and assist with accreditation and assessment activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and program leadership to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the clinical education curriculum.
• Participate in program meetings, committees, and other activities that support the mission of the department.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree (DPT, PhD, EdD, or equivalent).
• New York State Physical Therapist Licensure or eligible.
• 3+ years of full-time Physical Therapist clinical experience.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical education, student supervision, or clinical instruction.
• Knowledge of physical therapist education, clinical education processes, and accreditation standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience serving as a DCE, Associate Director of Clinical Education, Center Coordinator of Clinical Education (CCCE), Site Coordinator of Clinical Education (SCCE), or Clinical Education Coordinator.
• Prior teaching experience in a physical therapist educational program.
• Familiarity with clinical education management systems such as Exxat and CPI or comparable platforms.
• Demonstrated record of professional service engagement in relevant organizations.

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Variable
• Posting Date 07/13/2026, 06:00 AM
• Job Identification 497279
• Grade NSB5 - 08
• Union Name UUP
• Minimum Base Salary 35,000
• Maximum Base Salary 40,000
• Other Job Title Assistant Professor (12 Month), Physical Therapy Program (Part-Time)