Associate or Full Professor

Position Summary The Division of Physical Therapy seeks candidates for a 12‑month faculty position eligible for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor (Tenure Track or Tenured) or Full Professor (Tenured). Candidates should have a strong foundation in physical therapy research and a track record of scholarly contributions. The role focuses on advancing physical therapy through independent, externally funded research and teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate programs. Responsibilities Leading and advancing independent, externally funded research initiatives. Developing and submitting competitive grant proposals. Effectively managing sponsored projects and maintaining sustained extramurally funded research. Contributing to teaching missions in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and the Human Movement Science PhD curriculum. Developing course content, advising, and mentoring graduate students and DPT students. Participating in faculty meetings and service activities as needed. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Academic doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (PhD, EdD, DSc), Movement Science, Health Services Research, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Demonstrated excellence in research. Substantial history of extramural grant funding as principal investigator. Willingness to contribute to the Division’s missions within a supportive faculty environment. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Eligibility for licensure as a physical therapist in North Carolina. Post‑doctoral research training. Demonstrated ability to teach at a graduate‑level program. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable. Position Location and Start Date Location: North Carolina, US. Proposed Start Date: August 1, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr