Assistant or Associate Professor - Department of Physical Therapy; DPT), Brookdale Campus

Assistant or Associate Professor – Department of Physical Therapy (DPT), Brookdale Campus

The Department of Physical Therapy at Hunter College, The City University of New York (CUNY) invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position (Assistant or Associate) to begin in August 2026. Expertise and specialization in adult neurologic physical therapy preferred.

Join this dynamic, inclusive, student‑centered Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program in the heart of Manhattan. The department enjoys research, teaching collaborations, and clinical affiliations with major medical centers throughout the tristate and metropolitan area. The program has brand‑new dedicated classroom/laboratory space, private faculty offices, a Movement Analysis Lab with state‑of‑the‑art technology—including Vicon motion‑tracking system, Zeno walkway system, AMTI portable and fixed force plates—and all the technology and support to meet individual teaching and research needs.

Faculty have access to the New York Simulation Center for the Health Sciences (NYSIM) and inter‑professional teaching opportunities across CUNY campuses.

This tenure‑track faculty line is eligible for tenure after 7 years of successful re‑appointments with a record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service to the department, college and the profession.

• APTA and academy memberships
• Professional conference registration, travel and lodging
• Continuing education
• Teaching technology
• Research equipment unique to scholarly activities

All faculty proudly engage in active clinical practice and are allowed up to 7.5 hours per week for clinical practice or other related activities. Given the 9‑month appointment, faculty enjoy summers off to engage in scholarly activities, paid adjunct teaching, and personal time off.

Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Must be able to teach successfully, demonstrate scholarship or achievement, and cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

• Expertise in adult neurological physical therapy
• At least 5 years of clinical experience in adult neurologic physical therapy in the US
• Teaching experience at an accredited Physical Therapy program in the US
• Active PT license in the US and eligibility for licensure in New York State

• Board‑Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist
• PhD, EdD, DSc or equivalent
• A record of scholarly activity and an established research agenda
• History of active participation in the American Physical Therapy Association and other professional leadership experiences

Salary Scale for the Assistant Professor title: $57,252 – $109,025
Salary Scale for the Associate Professor title: $73,249 – $129,041

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. The DPT faculty are committed to ongoing faculty professional development and are engaged in faculty mentorship and support for research, scholarship, and publication.

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and following the CUNY First Job System instructions. New users should follow the instructions to set up an account and click on “Apply Now”. To search for this vacancy, click on Search All Postings and search by Job  # 31299. The application will require your curriculum vitae with scholarly and clinical experience, a cover letter, personal statement, and contact information for 3 references.

Please note that the required materials should be uploaded as ONE document in .doc,.docx, .pdf, or text format under CV/Resume. (Do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.).

Nicki Silberman, PT, DPT, PhD – nicki.silbermany.edu
Jaya Rachwani, PT, MS, PhD – jaya.rachwaniy.edu

The position will be open until filled with review to begin 12/11/2025.

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.