Program Director and Associate Professor/Associate Clinical Professor or Professor/Clinical Professor

Angelo State University; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Angelo State University invites applications for the role of Program Director of the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. The successful candidate will lead program operations, ensure CAPTE compliance, and mentor faculty and students toward curricular excellence.

Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum leadership, scholarship, and service, in collaboration with the Department Chair and university administration, to advance the department’s mission and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, DSc) required or CAPTE exemption.
• Eligibility for Texas physical therapy licensure is required.
• Eligibility to be Associate Professor/Clinical Professor or full Professor/Clinical Professor.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure CAPTE standards and required elements are met.
• Offer academic and administrative leadership aligned with university missions and priorities.
• Lead curriculum development, assessment, and revision to match CAPTE and current practice.
• Teach in the DPT curriculum in assigned areas of expertise.
• Engage in scholarly activity including research, publications, and presentations.
• Contribute to service within the program, department, college, university, and profession.

Skills

Curriculum development

Mentorship

Academic leadership

Communication skills

Education

Terminal degree (PhD/EdD/ScD/DSc)

Job description

Program Director and Associate Professor/Associate Clinical Professor or Professor/Clinical Professor

Job Title Program Director and Associate Professor/Associate Clinical Professor or Professor/Clinical Professor

Position Number

Position Number 998404

Department

Department Physical Therapy

Salary $95,000-$110,000

Remote

Remote No

Job Summary

The Department of Physical Therapy at Angelo State University invites applications for a faculty position as Program Director of the Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) program. The successful candidate will provide academic and operational leadership for the program, with primary responsibility for ensuring ongoing compliance with Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education ( CAPTE ) standards and accreditation requirements.

The Program Director will lead and support faculty and students in achieving program goals while fostering a collaborative academic environment. The position will promote faculty development, student success, curricular excellence, and continuous quality improvement. Working closely with the Department Chair, faculty, and university administration, the Program Director will support the day-to-day operations of the program and contribute to departmental and institutional strategic initiatives. The Program Director will also contribute to the department’s mission through teaching, scholarship, and service.

• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable CAPTE Standards and Required Elements
• Provide effective academic and administrative leadership for the DPT program consistent with departmental, college, and university missions and strategic priorities
• Provide leadership for the ongoing development, implementation, assessment, and revision of the DPT curriculum to ensure alignment with CAPTE requirements, contemporary evidence, and physical therapist practice
• Teach in the Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum in assigned areas of expertise
• Engage in scholarly activity consistent with program and institutional expectations, including research, publication, and professional presentations
• Contribute to service activities within the program, department, college, university, and professional community

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• CAPTE accreditation standards, compliance requirements, and accreditation processes applicable to Doctor of Physical Therapy education
• Contemporary practices and principles related to physical therapist education, curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous quality improvement

Skills

• Curriculum development and assessment
• Mentorship and professional development of faculty and students
• Academic leadership, collaborative decision-making, problem-solving, and day-to-day administration of a professional education program
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Abilities

• Effective communication and collaboration with students, faculty, administrators, and other internal and external stakeholders to support student success, faculty development, and achievement of program goals
• Analysis of programmatic and educational outcomes and use of data to inform decision-making and continuous improvementEffective contribution to the academic mission of the department through teaching, scholarly activity, and service to the university, profession, and community
• Demonstrated expertise in assigned teaching areas
• Integration of clinical experience into academic instruction using evidence-based and contemporary teaching methods
• Collaboration with administrators, faculty, students, and clinical partners
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment and promoting student success

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, DSc, etc) required or previous CAPTE granted exemption
• Eligibility for physical therapy licensure in the State of Texas is required
• Eligibility to be Associate Professor/Clinical Professor or full Professor/Clinical Professor

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of clinical and/or teaching experience in neurological and/or inpatient rehabilitation practice
• Experience managing complex patient cases in acute care, home health, or SNF settings
• Advanced clinical competency such as completion of a clinical fellowship or residency or ABPTS board certification
• Established record of academic or clinical teaching experience
• Record of scholarly productivity and professional service

Physical Requirements

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at [phone] or email us at [e-mail] .

Posting Number

Posting Number F399P

Open Date

Open Date 11/06/2026

Close Date

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 06/01/2027

Review Start Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Number of References

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts (Unofficial)
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Other