Assistant Professor (Physical Therapy) -12 month appt

Assistant Professor (Physical Therapy) -12 month appt

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The first date of consideration is October 16, 2026 and applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Application requirements:
1. Letter of application/Cover letter2. A curriculum vitae3. Statement of teaching philosophy, addressing teaching responsibilities4. Statement of research interest5. Names and contact information of at least three professional references6. Unofficial copies of for all undergraduate and graduate school transcripts (Official transcripts required at time of hire)7. Proof of unrestricted, active licensure as a physical therapist8. Proof of advanced Cyriax based clinical practice certification (COMT, etc.)
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

For additional information or informal inquires, contact Dr. Allison Adler, Faculty Search Committee Chair at [email protected].

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title	Assistant Professor (Physical Therapy) -12 month appt
Work Location	Springfield Campus
Out-of-State Employment	Out-of-state employment is limited to Arkansas, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and subject to supervisor approval.
Department	Physical Therapy
HR Home Department	020500 McQUEARY COLLEGE OF HLTH & HUMAN SVCS
Pay Grade	Unclassified
Sponsorship Information	Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position may not be eligible for work visa sponsorship.
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?	No, Position is available to all applicants.
Faculty Appointment Type	Tenure Track
Term (if applicable)	12 month
Begin Date of Appointment	01/01/2027
Exempt/Non-Exempt	Exempt
General Function	The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.
Description of Primary Duties	The Assistant Professor will provide didactic instruction in the physical therapy curriculum with primary emphasis in teaching physical therapy students how to evaluate and treat patients with acute, recurrent, and chronic orthopedic/neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction. The Assistant Professor will be expected to supervise and mentor students in clinical and laboratory settings, integrated clinical experiences, and clinical education. This may include assisting in curricular development, promotion of student development of strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and manual skills. Additional responsibilities include assisting in program development, engaging in scholarly activity; and providing service to the department, college, university, and profession. Clinical practice opportunities are available and encouraged.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications	The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook.
Additional Qualifications	The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Hold an active license as a physical therapist and be eligible for licensure in Missouri Hold a clinical Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree Hold a Cyriax-based advanced clinical practice manual therapy certification, or be enrolled in a Cyriax-based advanced clinical practice manual therapy certification program with an expected completion date of December 2027 Have at least five years of orthopedic clinical and administrative experience in an outpatient, manual therapy setting, treating patients with acute, recurrent, and chronic orthopedic/neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction Have academic teaching experience Demonstrate effective communication and relationship-building skills and the potential for scholarly activity Exhibit inclusive teaching practices and be knowledgeable in the use of student-centered pedagogy to actively engage students in the learning process
Link to Job Description	http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm
Open Date	09/15/2026
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants	The first date of consideration is October 16, 2026 and applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Application requirements: 1. Letter of application/Cover letter 2. A curriculum vitae3. Statement of teaching philosophy, addressing teaching responsibilities4. Statement of research interest5. Names and contact information of at least three professional references6. Unofficial copies of for all undergraduate and graduate school transcripts (Official transcripts required at time of hire)7. Proof of unrestricted, active licensure as a physical therapist8. Proof of advanced Cyriax based clinical practice certification (COMT, etc.) Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire. For additional information or informal inquires, contact Dr. Allison Adler, Faculty Search Committee Chair at [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Statement	Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252
Background Check Statement	Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail

Posting Number	20260059FTF
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/88124

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts - 1
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Statement of Research Interest
6. Certificate/License-1
7. Certificate/License-2

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
2. Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
3. Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
4. Other Documents -1
5. Certificate/License-3