Open Rank Associate or Full Professor - Physical Therapy

Term of Appointment

9 Months, mid-Sept through mid-June

Job Summary

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in the College of Health Science and Public Health Administration at Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for a full-time (9 month) tenure-track faculty appointment at the Associate or Full Professor rank to begin August 16, 2027. We desire a team-oriented individual who will collaborate to deliver an excellent educational experience in a student-centered environment. Qualified candidates with all areas of expertise are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants with interest and experience teaching the integumentary system, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, lifespan development, professional responsibilities and/or introductory examination and intervention skills. Rank will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

The DPT Program is located at EWU Spokane, a health sciences campus with modern space and facilities next to downtown Spokane. The Spokane campus is a satellite of EWU's main campus in Cheney, WA, a short 20-minute drive from Downtown Spokane. Our residential DPT Program is 33 months in length, has 9 full-time faculty members, and admits 38 students each fall. Opportunities for summer teaching may be available. Our longstanding program has been CAPTE accredited for decades. Spokane is the heart of the Inland Northwest, with excellent restaurants, theaters, shopping, skiing, hiking, lakes, and high-quality schools and affordable housing.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The expected salary upon hire is $100,614 (Associate Professor) and $126,543 (Full Professor). In addition to the salary the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/.

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening for this position will begin September 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is closed. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '26 -'27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment

To be considered eligible for appointment into the position, applicants must be available and able to start in the position no later than August 16, 2027.

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands

Contact Human Resources at jobs@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.

Protective Equipment

University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications

• State of Washington PT license eligible
• An earned academic doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution (PhD, DSc, DHSc, or equivalent).
• Successful teaching experience in higher education
• 6 years' experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited DPT program
• 5 years clinical practice experience as a physical therapist
• Current membership in the American Physical Therapy Association
• Established record of scholarship (peer review publications, national presentations, external grant funding) that identifies a line of research and grantsmanship
• Demonstrated experience in academic program administration and leadership
• Demonstrated engagement in the CAPTE reaccreditation process; specifically, contributing to the self-study report (SSR)
• Demonstrated professional involvement at the national or state level
• Active service to the PT profession
• Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public

Additional Required Qualifications - Professor

• 10 years' experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited DPT program
• Established record of scholarship (peer review publications, national presentations, external grant funding, invited lecturer) that identifies a line of research and grantsmanship commiserate with the rank of full professor
• Demonstrated successful experience mentoring junior faculty

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in use of classroom technology
• Experience with virtual anatomy lab instruction
• Evidence of interdisciplinary research, curricula, and student mentorship in health sciences
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Collegial and professional engagement with staff and faculty within department and across the university
• Demonstrated successful experience mentoring junior faculty

Note: The above job description is a general outline of the duties and responsibilities typically associated with this position. Specific tasks and responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the department and institution.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application materials through the EWU Employment portal. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Parry Gerber, Search Committee Chair, at jgerber2@ewu.edu. Review of materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. All materials will be held in the strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified of a potential offer of employment.

Required application materials include:

1. Cover Letter - describing how you meet each of the required (and preferred, if applicable) qualifications
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. References List - name, title, place of employment, address, phone number, email address, and relation to the applicant of at least 3 professional references
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy - please describe how your teaching practices and scholarship support your overarching learning outcomes in the preparation of future professionals
5. Online Application Form - Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
6. Mission Statement Response - EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?

Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself.

All materials will be held in the strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified of a potential offer of employment.

Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities

100% of Time:

Position responsibilities include teaching doctoral-level courses consistent with expertise and department needs, advising DPT students, active participation in research and scholarship activities, and service to the university, community, and profession. A Faculty Activity Plan will be developed by the end of the first semester of the appointment. Additionally, all faculty are expected to:

• Engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning,
• Meet all scheduled classes,
• Plan, organize and inform students of the course content, texts, readings, assignments, attendance regulations and methods of evaluation including grading scales,
• Schedule and attend office hours,
• Turn in grades according to established deadlines,
• Advise students on Department, College and University requirements and career opportunities,
• Supervise students in laboratory and simulated learning experiences,
• Collaborate with faculty to design high-quality focused experiential learning activities, and
• Facilitate relevancy between department curriculum and industry needs.

Maintaining current and valid licensure, as required by the position, is the responsibility of the employee and shall be done at their own expense.

Additionally, all faculty are expected to engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning.

To apply, visit https://jobs.ewu.edu/jobs/open-rank-associate-or-full-professor-physical-therapy-f99591-spokane-washington-united-states