Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy job in Denver

Assistant/Associate Professor of Physical Therapy

locations
Northwest Denver Campus
time type
Full time

job requisition id
R003877
Position Type:
Faculty
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Campus Location:
Northwest Denver Campus
Full-time or Part-time:
Full time
Job Summary:
The School of Physical Therapy in the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions at Regis University invites applications for a 12-month faculty appointment at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. Responsibilities include teaching in assigned areas of expertise, scholarship, student advising, and service at all levels of the University and in the community.

Working at Regis University
As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students.

Take a moment to consider our Total Rewards package:
- A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses, and dependents
- Paid Mission leave to give employees time to volunteer in the community
- Options for flexible work
- Additional time off each year when the University closes for Winter Break
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
The School of Physical Therapy offers an entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, a residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, a fellowship program in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, an undergraduate degree in Health & Exercise Science, and a collaborative partnership Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program with Creighton University. The integrated DPT curriculum incorporates the study of movement in a systems approach across the lifespan. Faculty members teach in areas of content expertise, actively pursue scholarship, service, and clinical practice. The breadth and depth of our experienced faculty allows for the promotion of inclusive and innovative teaching pedagogy, as well as engagement in our profession and local and global communities. Interprofessional collaboration in teaching, scholarship and service is highly valued and encouraged. This position will involve teaching in the DPT program and, depending on background, in the undergraduate Health & Exercise Science program.

Qualified candidates must have:

An academic doctoral degree

A minimum of 5 years teaching experience in physical therapy

Evidence of scholarship dissemination (peer-reviewed publication or presentation)

License or licensure-eligible to practice as a physical therapist in Colorado

Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices in teaching, scholarship, and service

Preference will be given to candidates:

Currently at rank of assistant or associate professor

With expertise in any of the following areas: human/exercise physiology, fiscal management of physical therapist practice, health policy, and/or diagnostic imaging

As a Jesuit Catholic university and a federally-designated Hispanic Serving Institution, Regis University seeks to build a more just and humane world through transformative education at the frontiers of faith, reason, and culture. Regis University School of Physical Therapy is committed to racial justice, inclusion and diversity among its faculty and students. Regis University equips students with knowledge and skills to be discerning persons in solidarity to promote equity, dignity and respect for the most marginalized.

Regis University does not unlawfully discriminate in either the provision of educational services or in employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed, ancestry, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Within this context, Regis University does reserve the right to give employment preference to persons who demonstrate by word and practice a commitment to the University’s mission and educational goals.

Pay Rate:
$90,000 to $110,000 commensurate with qualifications