Emory University

Faculty Position – Open Rank, Division of Physical Therapy

Emory University

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Atlanta • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • The Division of Physical Therapy at Emory University invites applications for a full-time, open-rank faculty position with a primary emphasis on teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
  • We are seeking candidates who are passionate educators and committed to advancing physical therapy education through excellence in instruction, mentorship, and service.
  • The successful candidate will contribute primarily to teaching in the DPT curriculum, advise and mentor students, and participate in curriculum development and service activities.
  • Opportunities for clinical practice or scholarship may be available based on interest and alignment with program needs.

Requirements

  • Candidates must hold a terminal doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD, or equivalent) in a relevant field
  • be eligible for physical therapy licensure in Georgia
  • ABD candidates will be considered with a clearly defined plan for degree completion
  • Preferred qualifications include, but are not limited to, residency training, fellowships, and/or specialty certification (e.g., ABPTS-recognized) in one or more of the following domains: geriatric physical therapy (e.g., GCS) or integumentary/wound management (e.g., Certified Wound Specialist or ABPTS Certified Wound Management Clinical Specialist).
  • Experience teaching in a DPT or related health professions program and/or evidence of scholarly engagement is highly desirable.
Benefits
  • Faculty benefit from robust departmental support
  • mentorship in teaching and scholarship
  • access to a wide array of resources across Emory University and the Atlanta community
  • Collaborative opportunities exist with institutions such as the Atlanta VA, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, Shepherd Center, and the Emory Healthcare System.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
curriculum developmentteachingmentorshipclinical practicescholarshipphysical therapy licensuregeriatric physical therapywound management
Soft skills
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Certifications
terminal doctorateABPTS-recognized certificationGCSCertified Wound SpecialistABPTS Certified Wound Management Clinical Specialist