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

Minimum Qualifications: This position requires: 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.

Preferred Qualifications: 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. Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values: 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: Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. Benefits of Working at UNLV:Competitive total rewards package including: 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. Perks & Programs: Employee recognition and appreciation programs. UNLV athletics ticket discounts. Statewide employee purchase program discounts. RebelCard 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: Onboard. Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.

How to Apply: Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Jing Nong Liang, PhD, Search Committee Chair. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on December 7, 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted. Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support. For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu and include the job requisition number in your email subject line. Profile of the University: Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. EEO/AA Statement: The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Title IX Statement: The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 159, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. Safety and Security Statement: UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.