Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track of Physical Therapy

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Job Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track of Physical Therapy

Agency Tarleton State University

Department Physical Therapy Program

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location Stephenville, Texas

Job Type Faculty

Job Description Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track of Physical Therapy in the College of Health & Clinical Professions . As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco , along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville , where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond. ________________________________________________________________________ Important Immigration Information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.     In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.  ________________________________________________________________________

At Tarleton State University Division of Health Sciences, we are committed to educating individuals who will become competent leaders dedicated to advancing wellness in the communities they serve. As we embark on the development of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, we invite applications for core faculty at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure-Track of Physical Therapy. Applicants who are board-certified clinical specialists in orthopedics, neurologic, or cardiovascular pulmonary physical therapy will be prioritized.

Reporting to the Director of the Physical Therapy Program, faculty members will teach courses and content within their areas of expertise, and build and maintain authentic, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and demonstrate a well-defined scholarly agenda through active engagement in scholarship and dissemination of scholarly work that contributes to the profession. The successful candidate will actively engage in mentoring and guiding doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors, fostering a supportive and enriching environment within our DPT program. Service expectations include participating in program, departmental and university-wide committees, and other appropriate activities related to the profession, academic discipline, or community.

This is a 12-month faculty appointment based on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, TX. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. This position will be 100% administrative until the first cohort matriculates. May be assigned to teach at various campus locations or through approved instructional modalities, as determined by the institution based on operational needs. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 100% Administration – Prior to Student Matriculation: • Contribute to the overall development, implementation, assessment, and success of the DPT program and ensure that the Tarleton State University Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum challenges students while facilitating their professional development.

• The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching and mentoring doctoral healthcare students.

• Provide high-quality course instruction that aligns with the candidate's qualifications and program needs.

• Evaluate student performance, and in cooperation with other faculty, determine student readiness to progress within the curriculum.

• Attend professional development opportunities to maintain knowledge of current trends, issues, and best practices in clinical practice and physical therapist education.

• Serve on Tarleton State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program committees and/or other committees within the institution.

• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in Physical Therapy education, scholarly activities (maintain research agenda), and leadership in rural health disparities.  

• Adhere to the Core Values and Ethics of the Physical Therapy Profession.

• Must take an active role in accreditation-related tasks and other institutional service activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Upon Student Matriculation: 60% Teaching and Service:    • Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.

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