"Open Rank - Clinical Faculty, Physical Therapy"

Open Rank - Clinical Faculty, Physical Therapy

The Department of Physical Therapy at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio invites applications for an open-rank, full-time, 11-month clinical faculty position for an individual with expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation and pain science. The anticipated start date is May 15, 2026, though this is negotiable.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program fosters a strong, student-centered learning environment with an emphasis on clinical excellence, interprofessional collaboration, and service. Faculty value collegiality and teamwork, contributing to a supportive and positive departmental culture.

The successful candidate will contribute primarily to teaching and clinical education within their area of expertise, engage in professional and scholarly activity related to clinical practice or education, and participate in departmental, college, and university service.

Responsibilities:

• Teach in the entry-level DPT curriculum in areas such as orthopedic rehabilitation, pain science, and evidence-based practice.
• Participate in clinical mentoring, student advising, and academic service activities.
• Engage in professional development and scholarly activity that enhances clinical teaching and practice.
• Contribute to program assessment, accreditation activities, and curriculum development.
• Collaborate with faculty and community partners to support high-quality clinical education and interprofessional initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree (or equivalent) from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Licensed physical therapist, or eligible for licensure, in the state of Ohio.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation and/or pain science.
• Minimum of three years of full-time clinical practice experience.
• Evidence of effective teaching, mentoring, or clinical instruction in an academic or clinical setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• ABPTS Board Certification in Orthopedic and or Sports Physical Therapy
• Formal training or certification in Pain Science (e.g., Therapeutic Pain Specialist, International Spine and Pain Institute, etc.)
• PhD or other research doctorate in a related field
• Prior teaching experience in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program
• Demonstrated involvement in professional, scholarly, or service activities that enhance clinical education and practice

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit the following:

1. Full curriculum vita
2. List of three references (with contact information)
3. Cover letter of interest
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Statement of research interests.

Questions should be directed to Brooke Vaughan, DPT, PhD, vaughanb@ohio.edu, 740-593-1210.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by the posting closing date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

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