Assistant Professor of Practice: Physical Therapy Education

University-System-of-New-Hampshir; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH is seeking an experienced faculty member in Physical Therapy to teach and coordinate courses, support student learning, and contribute to program outcomes and accreditation efforts.

The role emphasizes clinical reasoning, evidence-informed practice, and mentoring of DPT and undergraduate students. Salary range reflects faculty pay grade and location in New Hampshire, with benefits information available through the university.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent entry-level degree.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in New Hampshire.
• Completion of, or progress toward, a terminal academic doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, ScD).
• Minimum of 8 years of contemporary clinical experience in physical therapy practice.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching in a graduate professional PT education setting, including classroom and lab instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Course Coordination - primary instructor and/or course coordinator for multiple courses; deliver classroom and lab instruction emphasizing clinical reasoning, examination, and intervention skills.
• Develop and maintain course materials, assessments, and learning activities aligned with outcomes and accreditation standards.
• Advise and mentor DPT and undergraduate Allied Health students as assigned.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Mentoring

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

DPT or equivalent

Licensure in NH or eligibility

Terminal degree in progress

Job description

Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH is seeking an experienced faculty member in Physical Therapy to teach and coordinate courses, support student learning, and contribute to program outcomes and accreditation efforts.

The role emphasizes clinical reasoning, evidence-informed practice, and mentoring of DPT and undergraduate students. Salary range reflects faculty pay grade and location in New Hampshire, with benefits information available through the university.