Assistant Professor Physical Therapy

Cleveland State University - Assistant Professor

Physical Therapy

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in the College of Health at Cleveland State University is seeking to fill a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 17, 2026.

Primary Duties for the position include teaching DPT courses; being involved in ongoing curriculum development/evaluation; conducting and maintaining research and scholarship; mentoring/advising students; and providing academic, professional, and/or community service. This is an on-campus position.

Accredited since 1976, the Physical Therapy Department is a part of the College of Health. The DPT Program actively engages students in the educational process and provides an energetic, collegial, and supportive academic environment within the University and the dynamic Cleveland biomedical community. Cleveland State University is an urban campus serving racially, culturally, and economically diverse students.

The College of Health strives to be a leader in diverse, inclusive education, and interprofessional practice and research. Utilizing a holistic approach, the College of Health will promote individual, family, community, regional, and global health and wellness. The college encompasses the following academic units:
Communication Sciences and Disorders, Exercise Science/Community Health, Health Sciences/Public Health, Music Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, School of Nursing and School of Social Work.

CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

• An earned research doctorate in physical therapy or a related field with completion of all requirements for the Ph.D. by June 1, 2026. ABDs will be considered for appointment as an instructor;
• A physical therapist with eligibility for Ohio PT licensure;
• A minimum of three years of clinical physical therapy practice experience;
• The ability to teach core courses across the DPT Program;
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate and work on teams;
• Evidence of teaching capability; and
• Evidence of research and scholarship capability.

• Experience in teaching, especially in higher education and/or in physical therapy (e.g. full university course coordination, teaching in an accredited DPT program, graduate level teaching, and other teaching such as continuing education and guest lectures);
• APTA board-certified clinical specialist and/or graduate of clinical residency or fellowship training program;
• Experience in integrating technology into teaching;
• Professional, academic, and/or community service and/or leadership;
• Experience and willingness to teach a variety of courses across the DPT Program;
• Evidence of clinical practice in a variety of settings or practice areas;
• Ability to collaborate and work on teams; and
• Evidence of excellence in research, including a record of presentations, publications, student mentoring, and successful grant activity.

Applications will only be accepted online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by December 1, 2025. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Debbie Espy. d.espy.

• Cover Letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications – this letter must also include a brief statement of your teaching, research, and service philosophies
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts will be needed if selected for an interview)
• Optional – License/Certificate (if applicable)
• Optional – Publications
• Optional – Prints and Reprints (Articles)
• Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf

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