Assistant Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Key Responsibilities: Develop and sustain an independent, extramurally fundable research program aligned with one or more of the following areas: Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy / Exercise Physiology / Physiology, Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy, Neuroscience/Neurologic Rehabilitation, Applied Clinical Pathology, and/or Anatomy. Teach in the DPT curriculum and/or related graduate programs in areas of expertise (e.g., physiology, exercise physiology, neuroscience, pathology, research methods, or related foundational sciences).Mentor DPT students, graduate students, and/or postdoctoral trainees in research and scholarly activities. Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and CAPTE accreditation processes as appropriate. Seek and secure extramural funding to support research activities. Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly outlets. Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within the School of Public Health, across UNR, and with regional clinical and research partners. Participate in university, school, and professional service activities.

Required Qualifications: Earned research doctoral degree (PhD, DSc, or equivalent) in Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, Exercise Physiology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Biomechanics, or a closely related field. Evidence of scholarly productivity (peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and/or extramural funding) commensurate with rank. Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach, advise or mentor effectively the Doctor of Physical Therapy students. Ability to develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program. Commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary work and to contributing to a new, developing DPT program.

Preferred Qualifications: Clinical background and a professional physical therapy degree (DPT) is not required but welcomed with a combination of an academic doctorate. Postdoctoral research experience. Track record of extramural funding (NIH, NSF, foundation, or equivalent) or strong evidence of funding potential. Experience teaching foundational or applied sciences relevant to physical therapy education (physiology, exercise physiology, neuroscience, pathology, anatomy, or related).Experience mentoring student research (undergraduate, graduate, or professional).Experience with curriculum development, interprofessional education, or hybrid instructional approaches. Demonstrated success in interdisciplinary collaboration (e.g., engineering, public health, neuroscience, medicine).Compensation Grade Assistant Professor To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. The University provides a clear promotion pathway for teaching faculty that includes regular review, and base salary increases upon promotion. Remarkable Retirement Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada. Perks of Working at UNRHealth insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance Sick leave, long term disability and life insurance – Faculty BenefitsE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness CenterReno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty SenateNo state income tax! Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-AidFaculty Dual Career Assistance Program The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program Department Information The University of Nevada, Reno's School of Public Health is dedicated to improving health and well-being through excellence in education, research, policy and community engagement. Its mission is to advance science, policy and practice to improve the health of individuals and communities in Nevada and beyond. The School includes four academic departments and seven community-based centers that foster collaboration across disciplines and sectors. Its nationally ranked graduate programs and strong ties across Nevada are reflected in the fact that approximately 80% of graduates live and work in the state, strengthening the public health workforce and improving outcomes statewide. Faculty and staff contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on academic excellence, community partnership and lasting impact through public health leadership and innovation.