Associate Professor Instruction - Physical Therapy and Rehab Science

·         The UTMB physical therapy program is the oldest in the state of Texas with a strong alumni  base.

       UTMB student body is praised as one of the most diverse in the country.

·         Current faculty members have clinical research agendas focused on acquired brain injury, stroke, women’s health, global health initiatives, movement disorders, patient centered outcomes, and the use of technology in clinical and community settings to improve outcomes for persons with mobility disabilities.

·         The University provides a dynamic academic environment that fosters strong collaborative and interprofessional efforts within university hospitals, the School of Public and Population Health, the Center for Health Promotion, Performance and Rehabilitation  Research, the Sealy Center on Aging, School of Nursing, School of Medicine, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Shriners, Texas Children’s, and the Texas Medical Center, a collaborative ecosystem of healthcare institutions, research centers, and innovation hubs.

·         The department provides Residential, PTA to DPT Bridge, and Hybrid DPT programs, with opportunities to teach within all programs and support students in global health and community clinic experiences. We work together with the UTMB Rehabilitation Services clinical department and faculty can engage in clinical practice and research in both in-patient and out-patient settings.

·         From the Gulf Coast beaches of Galveston to Houston, the fourth largest city in the US, the area offers a wealth of educational, cultural, and recreational activities along with a reasonable cost of living.

The successful candidate will have an academic doctorate (e.g., PhD) in a physical therapy or related field and the potential to make strong contributions to the program’s research efforts. Candidates with prior research or clinical expertise in pediatrics, cardiopulmonary, acute care, or geriatrics preferred, as well as with two or more years of teaching experience in DPT programs or related fields.

The program has need for faculty expertise in teaching and learning in areas of pediatric or general. However, applications are welcome from candidates in any specialization. Responsibilities of this new faculty member may include teaching within areas of interest and expertise; university, community, and professional service; mentoring of students; clinical practice, and ongoing scholarly activity.

The position is available immediately at a rank and salary commensurate with qualifications. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until qualified candidates are identified. To apply, complete the online application using the link provided below and include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references.

Questions can be directed to the following:

Carole A Tucker, PT, PhD, FAPTA
Email: cartucke@utmb.edu

Melissa Morrow, PhD

Email: memorrow@utmb.edu

University of Texas Medical Branch

Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences

301 University Blvd.

Galveston, TX. 77555-1144

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience.