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Job Title
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
Department
0738 - Human Movement Science
Requisition No.
0000770
Job Description Summary
The Physical Therapy Program in the Department of Human Movement Science at Oakland University (Rochester, MI) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting August 15, 2025. This is a unique growth opportunity to join a supportive faculty with excellent resources, balancing teaching, research, and service.
Teaching: Contribute expertise across our Physical Therapy programs, including the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), graduate/post-professional certificates (Orthopedic Manual PT, Oncology Rehab, Teaching & Learning), and Ph.D. in Human Movement Science.
Research: Receive support and mentorship to establish a peer-reviewed research agenda, leveraging state-of-the-art labs, clinical partnerships, and strengths in upstream care and community engagement.
Service: Strengthen relationships with clinical partners, contribute to student recruitment and retention, and enhance academic programs and professional organizations. Oakland University values an inclusive commitment to teaching, research, and service.
We encourage applications from individuals who can broaden and advance our strengths in foundational and clinical sciences. Those with board certifications orgraduate certificates are especially encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Hold/obtain a Michigan Physical Therapy License
2. A CAPTE-recognized terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, DHS, or
equivalent) or ABD if applicant holds a DPT degree
3. Three years of clinical experience in physical therapy
4. Teaching experience in an academic physical therapy program
6. Record of scholarly activities
7. Demonstrate compatibility with current faculty
8. Support for goals, mission, vision and philosophy of the program
9. Perceived fit within the needs of the program
Special Instructions to Applicants
School/College & Department/Program Summary
The School of Health Sciences serves about 1750 undergraduate, masters, doctoral, and post-professional students through a singular model of advancing community-engaged translational relationships and connecting theory to best practices. Building upon the foundations of the natural and behavioral sciences we are organized departmentally into four themes: Public and Environmental Wellness, Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences, and Human Movement Science. The Department of Human Movement Science (HMS) offers the bachelor (BS), clinical professional (DPT), and post-professional degrees and certificates. Our programs span exercise science (EXS), physical therapy (PT), and uniquely, orthotics and prosthetics (O&P).We operate multiple teaching/research labs available to faculty members, for PT (Acute Care Simulation, Musculoskeletal, Neurorehabilitation); for EXS (Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics Ergonomics Abilities Research, Strength and Fitness); and for O&P (Orthotics and Prosthetics Fabrication).
Oakland University offers distinct research support and mentoring through a number of opportunities including: by the University, an active scholarly community, competitively available faculty grants, grant writing workshops and support through the Research Office; and distinctlyby the School of Health Sciences, Seed and Sprout Grants and the PT FacultyResearch Grants, supervision and mentoring of graduate students, including research doctoral students (where qualified). Our Physical Therapy Program provides strong connections to theclinical community, features service engagement through pro bono and health andwellness programs, and our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for theirresearch and clinical expertise.
Our beautiful platinum LEED-certified campus facilities and broad clinical andcommunity-based opportunities offer an ideal supportive environment for students,faculty, staff and partners to create and enjoy innovative learning, meaningful service,and vibrant research pursuits - in purpose for health.
More About Oakland University
The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor's degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University's Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan.
Pay Basis
Open Date
04/02/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Category
Full-time Faculty
EEO Statement
Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.