Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy

**Job Title** Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy

**Posting Number** F00813

**Position Type** Faculty - Tenure Track

**Unionized Position Code** AAUP

**Hours/Schedule** Standard campus business hours: 8:00am -5:00pm Hours may vary based on operational needs.

**Campus** Main Campus, Utica NY

**Date Position Available** 01/01/2026

**Posted Salary** $75,000-$80,000/year

**FLSA Status** Exempt

**Benefits Eligible** Yes

**If yes, please select:** All Benefits

Position Summary Information

**Position Summary**

**Position Summary** : The Department of Physical Therapy at Utica University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor faculty position in the on-campus, entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This is a 10-month appointment with an opportunity to expand responsibility for a leadership role as Department Chair. The target start date is January 1, 2026.

**Location** Utica, NY

**Application Deadline**

***Full consideration by*:** 01/01/2026

**Open Until Filled** Yes

**Major Responsibilities**

**Major Responsibilities** :

The candidate will primarily teach ground courses in the neuromuscular system curriculum. Courses are currently taught during the traditional fall and spring semesters.

Based on departmental needs, the successful candidate may also teach in other content areas, including geriatrics, pediatrics, other systems (e.g., integumentary, genitourinary, etc.), and/or research. Additional teaching opportunities are available based on the candidates areas of interest.

The candidate will conduct research and service appropriate for the program expectations and successful tenure review.

As a DPT Program faculty member, the candidate will participate in advising undergraduate and graduate students, as well as providing professional mentoring.

**Driving Responsibilities**

**Travel**

**Supervises**

**Education Required**

**Certification Required**

**Education & Experience Qualifications**

**Education & Experience Qualifications** :

Terminal academic doctoral degree such as a PhD, EdD, DSc, or equivalent. ABD candidates may be considered for this position.

**Required License/Certification and Qualifications:**

The candidate must have a current unrestricted license or eligibility for PT licensure in New York State.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

Candidates with prior higher education teaching experience and two years of relevant clinical experience.

**Minimum Skills/Abilities**

**Minimum Skills/Abilities:**

Contemporary expertise in neuromuscular physical therapy or ABPTS Certification.

A commitment to innovation and student-centered learning.

Evidence of an ongoing or developing scholarly agenda.

Ability to engage in service activities in the department, at the University, and in the surrounding community.

Ability to function well within a collegial, collaborative work environment.

**Applicant Documents Instructions**

**Reference letters will be solicited**

**EEO/AA Statement**

Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.

**Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans**

Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.

**Posting Specific Questions**

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7. Personal Referral

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15. Utica University Online Employment Website

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**Applicant Documents**

**Required Documents**

1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae

2. Cover Letter

3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4. Research Statement

**Optional Documents**

1. Letter of Reference #1

2. Teaching Evaluations

3. Letter of Reference #2

4. Letter of Reference #3