Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy
Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy
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$ 71500 - 76000
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Position Summary:
The School of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) at Ithaca College is currently hiring a faculty member with expertise in musculoskeletal/orthopedics to support the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. This is a fulltime 9.5 months) tenureeligible position at the rank of assistant professor starting in Fall 2025. Candidates with expertise in a wide variety of areas related to clinical practice in musculoskeletal/orthopedics physical therapy are encouraged to apply. In addition to teaching the successful candidate will also be expected to participate in clinically driven scholarship student advising mentorship in the oncampus clinic and service at the Department School and College levels. HSHP is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and fostering an inclusive environment for its campus community. To that end candidates with related experience are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and expertise. Ithaca College continually strives to build an inclusive and welcoming community of individuals with diverse talents and skills from a multitude of backgrounds who are committed to civility mutual respect social justice and the free and open exchange of ideas.
Position Qualifications:
Requirements for the position
- Possess an academic doctorate (PhD EdD DSc) ABD considered.
- Have at least 3 years of clinical experience.
- Have a history of scholarship and an active research agenda.
- Demonstrate commitment to excellence in physical therapy teaching and education.
- Hold an active unrestricted physical therapy license in any United States jurisdiction and obtain physical therapy licensure in New York State by the start of employment.
Preference for the position:
- Possess ABPTS Board certification.
- Have teaching experience in academic or residency/fellowship settings.
Additional Information:
The Department of Physical Therapy is part of the vibrant School of Health Science and Human Performance at Ithaca College. Alongside the Departments of Occupational Therapy SpeechLanguage Pathology and Audiology Physician Assistant Studies Exercise Science and Athletic Training and Health Sciences and Public Health we offer a truly interdisciplinary experience. The successful candidate will join a team of renowned physical therapy experts many of whom hold boardcertified clinical specialties. Our faculty are deeply committed to the profession actively contributing through service at the state regional and national levels as well as through their scholarly dissemination including textbook chapters peerreviewed publications and presentations at national and international conferences. The successful candidate will work in our stateoftheart facilities including a cadaver anatomy lab a patient simulation lab an oncampus clinic and a cuttingedge movement analysis lab that equips with 8camera VICON motion capture 4 Kistler force plate 16channel Delsys EMG Nexus pressure treadmill Biodex dynamometer NeuroCom posturography virtual reality headset and pupillometry. This dynamic environment fosters collaboration and innovation allowing the faculty to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
To learn more about the Department of Physical Therapy visit us at sponsorship may be provided for this position.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must apply online at To ensure full consideration please include:
- Cover Letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the position
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Contact information for three professional references
Questions about the online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources ator
Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Teresa Chen Assistant Professor search committee chair at Application review will begin September 16 and continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by October 15 2024.
Hiring Range:
$71500 $76000
In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources Ithaca College will consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.
Employment Type
Full-Time
