Open Rank (Clinical Instructor or Clinical Assistant Professor)

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established leader in higher education seeks a Clinical Instructor or Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences. This role involves managing patients in an outpatient physical therapy practice and providing clinical instruction to students. The position offers opportunities for academic teaching and a supportive environment for professional growth. Located in a vibrant college town, this position provides a chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving health and well-being. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Professional training opportunities

Discounts on local services

Health, life, and retirement plans

Qualifications

• Must hold an active unrestricted PT license in a state in the USA.
• Experience in clinical teaching and preceptorship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients with musculoskeletal disorders in an outpatient setting.
• Serve as a clinical instructor/preceptor for DPT students and residents.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Clinical Teaching

Patient Care

Musculoskeletal Disorders Management

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department	Health Sciences - PT - 405507
Posting Open Date	01/29/2025
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Type	Permanent Faculty
Working Title	Open Rank (Clinical Instructor or Clinical Assistant Professor)
Appointment Type	Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID	FAC0005445
Full-time/Part-time	Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week	40
FTE	1
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date	04/01/2025

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service. OUR VISION Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding. OUR MISSION Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce. Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary	Clinical Instructor or Clinical Assistant Professor faculty appointment in the Department of Health Sciences, Division of Physical Therapy. This position is a 12-month fixed term appointment and eligible for annual renewal. The faculty member will practice as a physical therapist in our University Physical Therapy (UPT) outpatient faculty practice managing patients with musculoskeletal disorders in outpatient setting. This position will also serve as a clinical instructor/preceptor for DPT students and residents within the orthopedic residency program. The position is 80-100% clinical service including direct patient care and clinical teaching. There are opportunities for academic teaching in musculoskeletal content areas for qualified candidates.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Applicants must have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Applicants must also hold an active unrestricted PT license in a state in the USA and be eligible for physical therapy licensure in North Carolina.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	A minimum of 1 year of full-time post-licensure clinical experience is preferred. Completion of a physical therapy residency, ABPTS certification, or plans to complete in near future are preferred. Experience or interest in serving as a clinical preceptor is preferred. Any experience in academic teaching would be advantageous/favored/desired.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link	https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/295881

Department Contact Information

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Department Contact Name and Title	Timothy Eckard, Physical Therapy Division Director
Department Contact Telephone or Email	[e-mail]
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
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