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Asst, Assoc Professor Tenure Track - Physical Therapy Program
Posting Start Date: 6/16/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite
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Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati (UC) Department of Rehabilitation, Exercise, and Nutrition Sciences is searching for a full-time tenure-track faculty member who will contribute to the department's research, teaching, and service missions. This is a 9-month appointment with rank commensurate with education and experience. The preferred start date is August 2026 but a later date is possible.
The Department of Rehabilitation, Exercise & Nutrition Sciences is one of the academic units in the College of Allied Health Sciences. Our department offers graduate degrees in Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Master of Athletic Training, Master of Nutrition Sciences, and PhD in Health & Rehabilitation Sciences. Our undergraduate Health Sciences program offers the degree of BS in Health Science with an emphasis in the concentrations of Pre-PT, Pre-AT, Pre-OT, Pre-Med, Pre-PA, Pre-Pharm, and online programs in pre-OT and Health Sciences. The department is housed in the new Health Sciences Building located on the UC Medical Campus.
Essential Functions

• This position is primarily responsible for advancing a personal research agenda, teaching in relevant content areas, and service to the Department of Rehabilitation, Exercise, and Nutrition Sciences and College of Allied Health Sciences. Research activity includes, but is not limited to, pursuit of funding, student mentorship, and dissemination of research findings.
• Teaching and service responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, course development, primary instruction of didactic courses; participation in student recruitment, retention, and admissions activities; participation in program committee work including program evaluation, accreditation tasks, and other activities as assigned by Department Chair.
• Teaching responsibilities will be primarily in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. While scholarship is central to this position, teaching and service activities are also required consistent with faculty evaluative criteria and the missions of the University, College, and Department.

Minimum Requirements

• A doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, EdD, DPT)
  • ABD candidates are welcome to apply but must have the degree completed prior to start date.
• Ohio Physical Therapy license (or Ohio eligible)
• Demonstration of teaching experience of at least two years at the college level or equivalent.
• An equivalent of at least 2 years of relevant full-time work-related experience
• Evidence of work toward establishing a defined line of research
• Recent peer-reviewed publications and scholarly productivity
• Record of or potential for future extramural grant funding
• Demonstrable plans for continued scholarly activity including the pursuit of external research funding
• Current knowledge and skill in the use of computer technology and educational learning management systems
• Strong interpersonal skills including communication, problem solving, conflict management, and follow-through
• Interest and ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team

Required Education

• Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position. For positions within Performing and Studio Arts or Nursing, an appropriate Master's degree may replace the Doctoral requirement.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Post professional doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, EdD)
• Evidence of an active research program as primary investigator
• Established research agenda with sustainable record of dissemination including an average of 1-2 peer reviewed publications per year and national presentations
• Evidence of previous research applications (internal or external), with a preference for funded external grants
• Post-doctoral research training (or similar formal post-degree research training e.g. fellowship)
• Clinical or teaching experience in pediatrics or geriatrics
• Experience mentoring student research projects
• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels

Required Experience

• Applicants should submit:
  
  • Cover letter describing qualifications and interest in the position.
  • Current CV.
  • Statement of research philosophy.
  • Statement of teaching philosophy.
  • A list of at least three professional references with contact information.
  • Course Evaluations will be required for an on-campus interview if selected as available.

Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:
Salary Information: 88,000.00
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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