Assistant​/Associate Professor, Physical Therapy, School of Integrated Health Sciences R0153436

Job Description

Assistant/Associate Professor, Physical Therapy, School of Integrated Health Sciences [R0153436].

Full‑time, 9‑month, tenure‑track position for an Assistant/Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy within the School of Integrated Health Sciences.

• Primary responsibilities include the development of a program of research leading to publications in refereed journals and procuring external grant support for that research.
• There is a teaching expectation but the primary focus of the position is on a program of research.
• In addition to involvement in our DPT program, this position includes mentoring and advising in our Interdisciplinary Health Science and/or Neuroscience PhD programs.
• Additionally, this position involves participation in professional, University, School, and Department service activities.
• The successful candidate will be expected to meet University criteria related to research, teaching and service.
• The successful candidate will also be expected to adhere to UNLV Top Tier Initiatives regarding research productivity which include external grant support and publication in high impact peer reviewed journals.

• A terminal academic doctorate (PhD, DSc, EdD or equivalent) in an area of expertise related to or complementary to physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences from a regionally accredited college or university. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.
• A licensed physical therapist in the U.S. with eligibility for licensure by the Nevada State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Evidence of scholarship, including publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Evidence of successful grantsmanship efforts.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with diverse populations.
• Ability to collaborate, solve problems and be flexible.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, develop and apply new technologies.

• Postdoctoral training.
• Teaching experience in graduate programs.
• Active research agenda and/or clinical expertise in one or more of the following: neurodegenerative diseases, neuroscience, epidemiology, public health, implementation science, health equity/disparity, social determinants of health, pediatrics, exercise science, cardiopulmonary care, pain, genomics, regenerative medicine, obesity, geriatrics, orthopedics, and sports rehabilitation.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels:
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