Biomechanics Faculty Scholar — DPT Education & Research

High Point University; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month core faculty position in biomechanics. The candidate will contribute to the Doctor of Physical Therapy education, establish a productive research program in human movement, and mentor students within a collaborative environment spanning education, research, and clinical practice.

The role requires a DPT or PT degree with a related doctorate, a track record of peer‑reviewed scholarship, and experience with movement science

Qualifications

• DPT degree or masters/bachelors PT degree with an academic doctorate in related field (required).
• Terminal academic doctorate strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated peer‑reviewed scholarship and a clear future research agenda (required).
• Experience teaching biomechanics or movement science in higher education; health-professions education preferred.
• Experience with human-movement technologies (motion capture, EMG, treadmills, wearables, etc.).
• Evidence of mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• External grant activity or credible plan for externally funded scholarship (preferred).
• North Carolina licensure or eligibility preferred when aligned with background but not required for biomechanics search.

Responsibilities

• Teach biomechanics and related content in the DPT curriculum.
• Advise and mentor DPT students and contribute to team-taught courses.
• Establish or extend a productive research program in human movement or related fields.
• Manage and support biomechanics laboratory use and safety, data management, and equipment planning.
• Engage in service activities within the Department, School, and University.

Skills

Biomechanics

Movement science

Mentorship

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Grant activity

Education

DPT degree or PT degree with a related doctorate

Terminal doctorate preferred

Tools

Motion capture

Force platforms

EMG

Instrumented treadmills

Wearable sensors

Job description

High Point University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month core faculty position in biomechanics. The candidate will contribute to the Doctor of Physical Therapy education, establish a productive research program in human movement, and mentor students within a collaborative environment spanning education, research, and clinical practice.

The role requires a DPT or PT degree with a related doctorate, a track record of peer‑reviewed scholarship, and experience with movement science