"Assistant/Associate/Professor (Clinical) - (Clinical) Track - DOQ"

Assistant/Associate/Professor (Clinical) - (Clinical) Track - DOQ

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University of Utah, College of Health
Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training
Assistant, Associate, or Professor (Clinical), (Clinical) Track, Career-line Position

The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at the University of Utah invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE) (Clinical) Track Career-line faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor, depending on experience. The faculty member will teach in the Hybrid Pathway of the Master of Athletic Training Program.

The University of Utah's Master of Athletic Training program is launching a hybrid MAT degree pathway in the summer of 2027. This position will be assigned to the hybrid pathway and will work closely with all faculty within the Master of Athletic Training program to ensure an equitable and consistent educational experience across both residential and hybrid pathways.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach in their area of expertise within the Master of Athletic Training
  • Deliver high-quality education in a hybrid format. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in online/hybrid teaching and innovative instructional strategies. Faculty are expected to demonstrate content expertise, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and contribute to an innovative learning environment.
• Recruit, advise, and mentor students enrolled in the professional Master of Athletic Training program.
• Perform clinical or educational scholarship.
• Perform service appropriate to the department, college, university, profession, and community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in online/hybrid teaching and innovative instructional methodologies
• Prior experience mentoring athletic training students

Required Qualifications:

• A terminal degree, academic (PhD, EdD, ScD) or clinical (DAT), or will possess a terminal degree by the start of the hybrid program in summer 2027.
• Possess certification as an Athletic Trainer from the Board of Certification (BOC)
• Eligible for athletic training licensure in the state of Utah
• Active NPI number
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service

This position provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and innovative department that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation in education. The position will be open until a qualified applicant is identified. Rank and salary are dependent upon experience and qualifications.

About
The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is home to three degree offerings (a DPT Program with three pathways, a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences, and a MAT Program) and post-professional Physical Therapy Residencies. The Department resides within the College of Health and is part of the University of Utah Health. The University of Utah is a member of the Association of American Universities. University of Utah Health is the primary educational, research, and referral facility serving the medical needs of Utah and the Intermountain West; therefore, opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration are abundant.

Application Process and Materials
The position will remain open until a qualified applicant is identified. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. The expected start date for the position is July 1, 2026; however, this can be negotiated. Rank and salary are dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Individuals interested in the faculty position should apply through the University of Utah HR system at this link: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/193327

Applicants should include the following items in their application:

• A curriculum vitae
• A personal statement outlining their vision for hybrid education within athletic training.
• A list of 3 references (all references must be outside the University of Utah and its affiliates)
• Verification of your terminal degree (attach a copy of your transcript or diploma)

Inquiries may be sent to:
Justin H. Rigby, PhD, LAT, ATC
Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training
University of Utah
1860 E 250 S HPER West, Rm 113
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Justin.Rigby@health.utah.edu
(801) 213-1315