Assistant Clinical Professor in Physical Therapy
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Job Location:
Indianapolis, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) Program in the Department of Graduate Health Professions School of Health & Human Sciences ( SHHS ) at IU Indianapolis invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor position. This is a full-time non-tenure-track faculty appointment designed for individuals with strong clinical expertise and a passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of physical therapists. The successful candidate will contribute to the programs mission through excellence in teaching student advising and mentorship scholarship of teaching and learning service to the university and PT profession and professional engagement. PT faculty collaborates with colleagues in the Graduate Health Professions (Occupational Therapy Nutrition and Dietetics and Physician Assistants) to support student success program development and accreditation standards. Additionally the successful applicant will serve on programs school and university committees. Faculty members have opportunities and support for scholarly activity and faculty development. Strong preference will be given to candidates with ABPTS specialist certification in the candidates primary practice area. We welcome candidates with clinical specialization in pediatrics musculoskeletal neurological or geriatrics. Job Duties: 70% Teaching (9 credit hours per semester and scholarship) 30% Service Responsibilities: Teach courses in the Physical Therapy Program. Contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives and community engagement. Mentor professional students. Provide service at the departmental school and university levels. Support learners through effective evidence-based teaching practices. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 15 2026 and will be accepted until the position is filled. The ideal target starting date is August 1 2026. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their letter of application curriculum vitae teaching statement and the names and contact information for three references. The letter of intent should include a summary of qualifications and experience key motivation for application and a reflection on alignment with IU Indianapolis and SHHSs mission and goals. IU Indianapolis is a leading urban research university located in downtown Indianapolis serving more than 25000 students across a wide range of programs. The campus includes over a dozen schools and academic units offering degrees in fields such as business engineering health sciences and the arts. A major highlight is its world-renowned Life Sciences campus one of the largest in the country where students learn alongside top medical professionals and researchers at facilities like hospitals labs and research centers. Through hands-on learning and strong community partnerships IU Indianapolis prepares students to make a meaningful impact in their careers and in Indianas growing economy. IU Indianapolis has earned national recognition for its innovative health and life sciences initiatives providing extensive opportunities for collaborative interdisciplinary research. The university is making significant investments in research including the launch of two new institutes: the Convergent Bioscience and Technology Institute ( CBATI ) and the Institute for Human Health and Wellbeing (H2W). Additionally a $138 million grant from the Lilly Endowment will support the IU LAB a state-of-the-art facility at the 16 Tech site designed to position Indiana as a national leader in bioscience discovery commercialization and talent development. SHHS provides undergraduate and graduate education in the areas of Kinesiology Health Sciences Tourism & Hospitality and Sport addition SHHS offers professional programs in Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Nutrition and Dietetics Physicians Assistant and a PhD in Human Performance & Rehabilitation Sciences. Indiana University seeks scholars who will contribute to our commitment to engaging the city state and broader communities through excellence in teaching research and service. Candidates should value the perspectives and experiences that shape our campus and surrounding communities as we prepare graduates to lead in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the search process must notify the Schools HR Business Partner Myrna Palacios at in advance.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) Program in the Department of Graduate Health Professions School of Health & Human Sciences ( SHHS ) at IU Indianapolis invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor position. This is a full-time non-tenure-track faculty appointment designed for individuals with strong clinical expertise and a passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of physical therapists. The successful candidate will contribute to the programs mission through excellence in teaching student advising and mentorship scholarship of teaching and learning service to the university and PT profession and professional engagement. PT faculty collaborates with colleagues in the Graduate Health Professions (Occupational Therapy Nutrition and Dietetics and Physician Assistants) to support student success program development and accreditation standards. Additionally the successful applicant will serve on programs school and university committees. Faculty members have opportunities and support for scholarly activity and faculty development. Strong preference will be given to candidates with ABPTS specialist certification in the candidates primary practice area. We welcome candidates with clinical specialization in pediatrics musculoskeletal neurological or geriatrics. Job Duties: 70% Teaching (9 credit hours per semester and scholarship) 30% Service Responsibilities: Teach courses in the Physical Therapy Program. Contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives and community engagement. Mentor professional students. Provide service at the departmental school and university levels. Support learners through effective evidence-based teaching practices. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 15 2026 and will be accepted until the position is filled. The ideal target starting date is August 1 2026. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their letter of application curriculum vitae teaching statement and the names and contact information for three references. The letter of intent should include a summary of qualifications and experience key motivation for application and a reflection on alignment with IU Indianapolis and SHHSs mission and goals. IU Indianapolis is a leading urban research university located in downtown Indianapolis serving more than 25000 students across a wide range of programs. The campus includes over a dozen schools and academic units offering degrees in fields such as business engineering health sciences and the arts. A major highlight is its world-renowned Life Sciences campus one of the largest in the country where students learn alongside top medical professionals and researchers at facilities like hospitals labs and research centers. Through hands-on learning and strong community partnerships IU Indianapolis prepares students to make a meaningful impact in their careers and in Indianas growing economy. IU Indianapolis has earned national recognition for its innovative health and life sciences initiatives providing extensive opportunities for collaborative interdisciplinary research. The university is making significant investments in research including the launch of two new institutes: the Convergent Bioscience and Technology Institute ( CBATI ) and the Institute for Human Health and Wellbeing (H2W). Additionally a $138 million grant from the Lilly Endowment will support the IU LAB a state-of-the-art facility at the 16 Tech site designed to position Indiana as a national leader in bioscience discovery commercialization and talent development. SHHS provides undergraduate and graduate education in the areas of Kinesiology Health Sciences Tourism & Hospitality and Sport addition SHHS offers professional programs in Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Nutrition and Dietetics Physicians Assistant and a PhD in Human Performance & Rehabilitation Sciences. Indiana University seeks scholars who will contribute to our commitment to engaging the city state and broader communities through excellence in teaching research and service. Candidates should value the perspectives and experiences that shape our campus and surrounding communities as we prepare graduates to lead in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the search process must notify the Schools HR Business Partner Myrna Palacios at in advance.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
