Associate Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director

GVSU; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art facility

Job summary

A university in Michigan seeks an Associate Professor to serve as the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director. This tenure-track position involves oversight of program accreditation, teaching, and scholarship in a vibrant health campus. Candidates must hold a post-professional doctoral degree and have extensive experience in physical therapy education. The successful applicant will collaborate with faculty and community professionals towards excellence in health education. A commitment to improving equity and inclusion in the field is essential.

Qualifications

• An earned post-professional doctoral degree is required.
• Must hold the rank of Associate or Full Professor in an accredited DPT program.
• Current physical therapy licensure in Michigan or ability to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Administer program accreditation and oversee budget and curriculum activities.
• Teach in an area of clinical expertise and advise students.
• Participate in independent scholarly activity.

Skills

Strong collaborative skills

Time management

Leadership skills

Knowledge of physical therapy practice

Education

Post-professional doctoral degree

Current physical therapy licensure in Michigan

Job description

Associate Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director page is loaded## Associate Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Directorlocations: Grand Rapids, MI (Health Campus)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R104099: Full-Time, 12-Month, Tenure-Stream Position. The Department of Physical Therapy/Athletic Training within Grand Valley State University’s College of Health Professions invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Associate Professor level (or higher) to serve as the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director. The start date for this position is August 2026.**Position Title:** Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director**Summary:** Full-Time, 12-Month, Tenure-Stream Position. The Department of Physical Therapy/Athletic Training within Grand Valley State University’s College of Health Professions invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Associate Professor level (or higher) to serve as the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director. The start date for this position is August 2026. **Required Qualifications and Education:**· An earned post-professional doctoral degree and hold the rank of Associate or Full Professor in an accredited DPT program.· An understanding of higher education and contemporary physical therapy practice, a record of effective administrative and teaching experience as well as evidence of scholarship and service activity.· Current physical therapy licensure in Michigan (or the ability to obtain licensure).· Strong collaborative and collegial interpersonal relationships with peers and students.· Excellent time management and leadership skills.· Supportive of goals to improve equity and inclusion within the profession.· Committed to supporting the mission, vision, goals and objectives of the university, college, program, and the profession. **Preferred Qualifications and Education:**· Candidates who are tenured and have held the rank of Associate or Full Professor at least six years.· Previous experience as a program director and with the CAPTE accreditation process, and value diversity of people, ideas, and experiences.**Responsibilities – Essential Functions:**· Administration: oversight of program accreditation, budget, admissions, assessment, and curriculum activities; support of faculty development in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service.· Teaching: instruction in an area of clinical expertise and advising students.· Scholarship: participate in independent scholarly activity and direct graduate student research· Service: participate in college, university, community, and professional service; represent the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) physical therapy program in state, regional, and national physical therapy education communities. **Salary:** Commensurate with experience**Department/Division:** Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training in the College of Health Professions. The physical therapy program offers a 3-year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree that is fully accredited through April 30, 2034. This well-established, highly respected program is housed in a state-of-the-art facility with access to adequate space for instructional (both lecture and laboratory), research, and simulation purposes. The GVSU DPT program is situated on a growing health campus within the rapidly expanding healthcare corridor of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Opportunities exist for clinical and scholarly interprofessional collaboration with faculty from other programs within the College of Health Professions and the University, as well as with healthcare professionals from community institutions. For additional information visit our website at .**Campus:** Health Campus**How to Apply:**Apply online at and select "Apply now". Please include a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and brief statements outlining your leadership, scholarship and research experiences, and teaching philosophy. The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. On the application, you will be required to provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three professional references. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. For additional information, contact Teresa Beck, Search Chair at [e-mail]. **Application Deadline:** Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University. Although the position will remain open until filled, applications submitted by March 1, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The successful candidate will begin the position in August 2026.**Allendale, Michigan 49401 - [phone]****For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at****Grand Valley State University is an EOE which includes protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. See** **.** **TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State)**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See . TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State). Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.At Grand Valley State University, we **empower learners** in their **pursuits**, **professions**, and **purpose**. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service.