Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Physical Therapy

Open Rank Assistant, Associate or Full Professor – Physical Therapy

Eastern Washington University invites applications for a full‑time, nine‑month, tenure‑track faculty appointment in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program. The position begins August 16, 2026 and will be held at the Spokane campus.

• Teach doctoral‑level courses and advise DPT students in a student‑centered environment.
• Engage in research and scholarship activities and develop a Faculty Activity Plan by the end of the first semester.
• Serve the university, community, and profession through service activities.
• Maintain current, valid licensure for physical therapy.

• State of Washington PT license eligible.
• Earned academic doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, DHSc, or equivalent) from a regionally accredited institution; ABD candidates will not be considered.
• Current membership in the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical practice as a physical therapist.
• Experience teaching higher education; preferred interest in teaching core DPT subjects such as integumentary, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, lifespan development, and introductory examination and intervention skills.
• For Associate & Full Professor: 6+ years (Associate) or 10+ years (Full) as a core faculty member in a CAPTE‑accredited entry‑level DPT program; demonstrated research agenda; board certification or residency/fellowship training; program administration or leadership experience; participation in CAPTE reaccreditation; professional service at the state or national level.

• Proficiency with classroom technology.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated inclusive teaching practices supporting universal access for students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Record of scholarship (publications, presentations, grant funding) that identifies a cogent research line.

• Cover Letter – describe how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• List of Professional References (at least three).
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
• Mission Statement Response – explain how you will contribute to EWU’s mission of inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning.

EWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran status, HIV or hepatitis C, sensory or mental disability, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

All applicants and employees are eligible for employment and California and federal civil rights protections apply.

• Start date no later than August 16, 2026
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• Complete a background check prior to employment.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; the position does not sponsor visas.
• Comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602‑02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before employment.
• Complete required training via Canvas and Workplace Belonging training between December 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026.
• Interview may be conducted via Zoom; candidates must demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Screening for the position will begin January 2, 2026. Applications will be held in confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates are notified.