Assistant Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Fitness Center membership

No state income tax

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) School of Public Health invites applications for a state-funded, tenure-track Assistant Professor to support the launch and growth of its new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.

This role offers the opportunity to help shape a developing DPT program at a Carnegie R1 research institution, build an independent research program, and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field with evidence of scholarly productivity.
• Ability to teach and mentor DPT students.
• Capacity to build an externally funded research program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an independent extramurally fundable research program.
• Teach in the DPT curriculum and related graduate programs.
• Mentor DPT and graduate students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and accreditation processes.
• Seek and secure extramural funding; disseminate findings.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations and participate in service.

Skills

Independent research program

Teaching DPT students

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Grant funding pursuit

Scholarly publications

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD, DSc, or equivalent) in Physical Therapy/ Rehabilitation Science/ Exercise Physiology/ Neuroscience/ Physiology/ Biomechanics

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at [phone] or [e-mail].

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health invites applications for a state-funded, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to support the launch and growth of its new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. We seek candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy,Exercise Physiology,Physiology,Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy,Neuroscience/Neurologic Rehabilitation,Applied Clinical Pathology,and/orAnatomy. Candidates with strong research agendas in rehabilitation science, exercise physiology, neuroscience, biomechanics, applied physiology, clinical pathology, or related fields are encouraged to apply. This role offers the opportunity to help shape a developing DPT program at a Carnegie R1 research institution, build an independent research program, engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to academic excellence in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an independent, extramurally fundable research program aligned with one or more of the following areas: Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy / Exercise Physiology / Physiology, Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy, Neuroscience/Neurologic Rehabilitation, Applied Clinical Pathology, and/or Anatomy.
• Teach in the DPT curriculum and/or related graduate programs in areas of expertise (e.g., physiology, exercise physiology, neuroscience, pathology, research methods, or related foundational sciences).
• Mentor DPT students, graduate students, and/or postdoctoral trainees in research and scholarly activities.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and CAPTE accreditation processes as appropriate.
• Seek and secure extramural funding to support research activities.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly outlets.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within the School of Public Health, across UNR, and with regional clinical and research partners.
• Participate in university, school, and professional service activities.

Required Qualifications

• Earned research doctoral degree (PhD, DSc, or equivalent) in Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, Exercise Physiology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Biomechanics, or a closely related field.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity (peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and/or extramural funding) commensurate with rank.
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach, advise or mentor effectively the Doctor of Physical Therapy students.
• Ability to develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary work and to contributing to a new, developing DPT program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical background and a professional physical therapy degree (DPT) is not required but welcomed with a combination of an academic doctorate.
• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Track record of extramural funding (NIH, NSF, foundation, or equivalent) or strong evidence of funding potential.
• Experience teaching foundational or applied sciences relevant to physical therapy education (physiology, exercise physiology, neuroscience, pathology, anatomy, or related).
• Experience mentoring student research (undergraduate, graduate, or professional).
• Experience with curriculum development, interprofessional education, or hybrid instructional approaches.
• Demonstrated success in interdisciplinary collaboration (e.g., engineering, public health, neuroscience, medicine).

Compensation

Grade Assistant Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. The University provides a clear promotion pathway for teaching faculty that includes regular review, and base salary increases upon promotion.

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Sick leave, long term disability and life insurance – Faculty Benefits
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty.
• No state income tax!
• Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees
• Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate.
• Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.
• Faculty Grants-in-Aid
• Dual Career Assistance Program: The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Department Information

The University of Nevada, Reno’s School of Public Health is dedicated to improving health and well-being through excellence in education, research, policy and community engagement. Its mission is to advance science, policy and practice to improve the health of individuals and communities in Nevada and beyond. The School includes four academic departments and seven community-based centers that foster collaboration across disciplines and sectors. Its nationally ranked graduate programs and strong ties across Nevada are reflected in the fact that approximately 80% of graduates live and work in the state, strengthening the public health workforce and improving outcomes statewide. Faculty and staff contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on academic excellence, community partnership and lasting impact through public health leadership and innovation.

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date: Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

The University of Nevada, Reno, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R.Part106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.