Assistant Professor - JF

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At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well‑being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university‑wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job‑specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development.

The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary.

Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

The University of Central Arkansas Assistant/Associate Professor is a core faculty member who engages in teaching, research and service in the Department of Physical Therapy, which offers the DPT and PhD degrees and a pediatric residency program. The position is a 9-month tenure track appointment, with option for a summer appointment. Rank and salary are commensurate with candidate education and experience.

Delivers instructional content in Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) movement science courses, along with clinical and foundational science areas aligned with candidate expertise and background. Advises DPT students through research practica and actively mentors and advises doctoral candidates within the PhD program.

Proficiency is expected in effective teaching, scholarly productivity, and university/community service or the substantiated potential for developing in these areas. UCA’s Center for Excellence in Teaching & Academic Leadership ( CETAL ) offers opportunities for faculty to participate in interprofessional pedagogy and other evidence‑based practices in instruction. Numerous opportunities exist for collaborative research and clinical teaching within the department, college, and at area institutions.

We value teamwork and the ability to effectively gather, analyze, synthesize, and present information to audiences in meaningful and engaging ways.

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow‑up.

The assistant / associate professor-physical therapy rank requires a terminal academic degree in physical therapy, rehabilitation science, or a related field. Candidates are required to have experience in teaching or to demonstrate the willingness to become proficient in course preparation, course delivery, and student assessment.

Faculty candidates must be licensed or eligible for physical therapist licensure in Arkansas. ABPTS…