Tenure-Track Physical Therapy Educator & Researcher

Daemen College; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings employer contribution

Long‑term disability insurance

Tuition waiver for employees and dependents

Generous time off

Job summary

A higher education institution in New York is seeking a full-time faculty member for the Physical Therapy Department starting September 8, 2026. The ideal candidate should have expertise in neuromuscular physical therapy and an academic doctorate in a related field. Responsibilities include teaching, academic advising, and participating in committees. The college offers a comprehensive compensation package with health and retirement benefits, a generous tuition waiver, and strong encouragement for COVID-19 vaccinations.

Qualifications

• Completed academic doctorate in physical therapy or related field.
• Eligible for PT licensure in New York State.
• Previous teaching experience and evidence of scholarship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Physical Therapy Department.
• Engage in student academic advising.
• Participate in departmental and university committees.

Skills

Expertise in neuromuscular physical therapy

Teaching experience

Evidence of scholarship

Education

PhD, EdD, DHSc in physical therapy or related field

DPT degree with advanced specialty certification

Job description

A higher education institution in New York is seeking a full-time faculty member for the Physical Therapy Department starting September 8, 2026. The ideal candidate should have expertise in neuromuscular physical therapy and an academic doctorate in a related field. Responsibilities include teaching, academic advising, and participating in committees. The college offers a comprehensive compensation package with health and retirement benefits, a generous tuition waiver, and strong encouragement for COVID-19 vaccinations.