Emory University

Faculty Position – Open Rank, 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

  • application for a full-time, open-rank faculty position primarily focused on teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
  • contribute primarily to teaching in the DPT curriculum
  • advise and mentor students
  • 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

  • terminal doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD, or equivalent) in a relevant field
  • eligible for physical therapy licensure in Georgia
  • ABD candidates will be considered with a clearly defined plan for degree completion
  • preferred qualifications include residency training, fellowships, and/or specialty certification (e.g., ABPTS-recognized) in geriatric physical therapy or integumentary/wound management
  • experience teaching in a DPT or related health professions program and/or evidence of scholarly engagement
Benefits
  • robust departmental support
  • mentorship in teaching and scholarship
  • access to a wide array of resources across Emory University and the Atlanta community
  • collaborative opportunities with institutions such as the Atlanta VA, CDC, Georgia Institute of Technology, Shepherd Center, and the Emory Healthcare System

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
teachingcurriculum developmentclinical practicescholarshipmentoringphysical therapy licensureresidency trainingfellowshipsspecialty certificationscholarly engagement
Soft skills
advisingmentoringcommunicationorganizational skills
Certifications
terminal doctorateABPTS-recognized certification