DPT-Associate Professor

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) invites applications for full-time faculty positions in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Open rank is offered with emphasis on contemporary practice and teaching across specialty areas.

Special invitations are extended to cardiopulmonary, acute care, and/or orthopedic/musculoskeletal expertise.

Qualifications

• Contemporary practice expertise and teaching experience in any specialty area or setting.
• Special invitation to those with cardiopulmonary, acute care, and/or orthopedic/musculoskeletal expertise.
• All areas of contemporary expertise will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Teach assigned courses; advise and mentor students.
• Establish and maintain a record of research and scholarly activity; provide community service.
• Participate in program and university committees as appropriate.

Job description

Description

Recruitment Period: 10/07/2026 - Until Filled

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Recruitment Period: 10/07/2026 - Until Filled

Status: Full-Time

Salary Information: Annual Minimum Salary-$91,700.00-Annual Maximum Salary-$203,700.00.

Assistant Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$91,700-Annual Maximum Salary-$154,000

Associate Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$105,400-Annual Maximum Salary-$177,100

Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$121,300-Annual Maximum Salary-$203,700

Hiring Rate: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

On Campus Position

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest.

The University has five health profession programs, including Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Master of Arts in Medical Science, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, and Doctor of Dental Medicine, with one mission: to educate and train healthcare professionals emphasizing service among rural and medically underserved communities throughout the Northwest. The campus continues to expand supporting all of the new programs. It is truly an excellent time to work for PNWU!

The PNWU School of Physical Therapy (SOPT) invites applications for open Assistant/Associate/Professor positions in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. The program invites applicants with contemporary practice expertise and teaching experience in any specialty area or setting. We extend a special invitation to those with cardiopulmonary, acute care, and/or orthopedic/musculoskeletal expertise to apply. All areas of contemporary expertise will also be considered.

PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south-central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/ and visit our PNWU page.

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment with PNWU. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program

is seeking applications for full-time faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (i.e., open rank) Assistant Professor will be responsible for teaching in the DPT curriculum, fulfilling a scholarly agenda, and participating in professional, university and community-based service. The program invites applicants with contemporary practice expertise and teaching experience in any specialty area or setting. We extend a special invitation to those with cardiopulmonary, acute care, and/or orthopedic/musculoskeletal expertise to apply. All areas of contemporary expertise will also be considered.

Responsibilities will include participating in ongoing curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation; teaching assigned courses; advising and mentoring students; establishing and maintaining a record of research and scholarly activity; providing community service; and participating in program and university committees as appropriate.

PNWU School of Physical Therapy

Our 8-semester, residential DPT program was fully accredited in May 2025. We are grounded in our mission to develop physical therapists who enhance movement to optimize health and well-being in medically underserved and rural communities. Our faculty and students are deeply committed to advancing the University’s and School of Physical Therapy’s shared vision to revolutionize healthcare and provide a physical therapist for every community.

Students and faculty are involved in clinical education experiences throughout the region during seven of eight academic semesters. The School of Physical Therapy (SOPT) has established PT clinics at the Yakima Neighborhood Health Clinic and the Yakima Free Clinic, both federally