Announcement: Faculty Position Openings
The University of Central Arkansas, Department of Physical Therapy (UCA PT) invites applications for two full-time faculty positions, see UCA PT Faculty Ad, including Assistant/Associate Professor tenure track position and Clinical Instructor non-tenure track position. We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees, while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. In keeping with the University’s mission, we particularly welcome applications from scholars who are from populations historically underrepresented in the academy, and/or who have experience working with diverse populations. For more information about UCA PT, please visit us online and on Instagram and Facebook.
Position Summary: Our core faculty engage in teaching, research and service in the Department of Physical Therapy, which offers the DPT and PhD degrees and a pediatric residency program. The positions are 9-month appointments with the option for a summer appointment. Rank and salary are commensurate with candidate education and experience. Teaching responsibilities include DPT-level orthopedic and sports physical therapy (including manual therapy), health care administration, leadership and professional development, as well as other clinical science areas commensurate with education and experience.
Qualifications: The Assistant/Associate Professor tenure track rank requires a terminal academic degree in physical therapy, rehabilitation science, or a related field. The Clinical Instructor non-tenure track rank requires a clinical doctorate in physical therapy (DPT) or a terminal academic degree in physical therapy, rehabilitation science, or a related field. Candidates are required to have experience in teaching or to demonstrate the willingness to become proficient in course preparation, course delivery, and student assessment. Candidates with a degree in physical therapy must be eligible for licensure in Arkansas.
To Apply: Interested candidates can proceed with the application process and submission of all required materials via the application portal links below.
Link to: Assistant/Associate Professor Position
Link to: Clinical Instructor Position
Questions should be directed to the search committee chair, James Fletcher PT, PhD, at fletcher@uca.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue until the position is filled. Desired start date is 08/15/2024.
The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities.