Assistant/Associate/Professor (Clinical) - (Clinical) Track - DOQ

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Assistant/Associate/Professor (Clinical) - (Clinical) Track - DOQ
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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.


Position Information


Position/Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor (Clinical) - (Clinical) Track - DOQ
Department 00201 - PhysicalTher/Athletic Training
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin July 1, 2025
Details
University of Utah, College of Health
Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training
Assistant/Associate/Professor (Clinical) – (Clinical) Track, Career-line Position
The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at the University of Utah invites applications for a full-time, 1.0 FTE, (Clinical) Track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor, depending on experience. This faculty member will teach in the Hybrid Pathway of the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program and serve as Associate Director of Clinical Education (ADCE). This position is remote, though periodic travel to Salt Lake City, Utah, as well as travel for clinical education site visits, is required. The faculty member will have two primary responsibilities:
1.Course Instruction – Delivering high-quality education in a hybrid format. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in online/hybrid teaching and innovative instructional strategies. The University of Utah DPT program employs a teaching team model to ensure consistency and excellence across both the residential and hybrid pathways. Faculty are expected to demonstrate content expertise, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and contribute to an innovative learning environment.
2.Clinical Education Oversight – Assisting in the coordination and administration of clinical education. Working in collaboration with the current Director of Clinical Education (DCE), responsibilities include:
  • Overseeing clinical site contracts and placements
  • Evaluating student and Clinical Instructor performance during clinical experiences
  • Providing student and Clinical Instructor support as needed
  • Coordinating and completing faculty visits to clinical sites
  • Assigning grades for clinical education coursework


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in online/hybrid teaching and innovative instructional methodologies
  • Prior experience mentoring physical therapy students in clinical education settings
  • Experience in site coordination of clinical education
  • Leadership experience at the state or national level in clinical education or professional associations

Required Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service

This position provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and innovative DPT program that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation in education.
The Department is home to three different degree offerings (a DPT Program with 3 pathways, a PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences, a MAT Program) and post-professional Physical Therapy Residencies. The Department focuses on health care provider education and rehabilitation research and has successful collaborations across the University to support these missions. Collaborative entities include the Academy of Health Sciences Educators, the Craig H. Nielsen Rehabilitation Hospital, the University Orthopedic Center, the Salt Lake Veterans Administration Medical Center, the Huntsman Cancer Institute, among others. The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is located within the College of Health and is part of the University of Utah Health Sciences Center. The Health Sciences Center is the major educational, research and referral facility serving the medical needs of Utah and the Intermountain West. The Center includes the Colleges of Health, Nursing and Pharmacy, School of Dentistry, School of Medicine, University Hospitals and Clinics, the Health Sciences Library and related core facilities. In addition to in- house facilities, the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is near Primary Children’s Medical Center, the Intermountain Shriner’s Hospital, and Intermountain Medical Center. The University of Utah is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as one of 151 “Doctoral/Research Universities-Extensive” from among 3,941 U.S. institutions and is consistently ranked among the top 25 public research universities in the nation. The University of Utah is in Salt Lake City, in the foothills of the majestic Wasatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. There is easy access to eight world class skiing resorts, as well as hiking, biking, camping, backpacking, fishing, and exploring in nearby canyons and in the spectacular red-rock country of southern Utah. Ten National Parks are within a day’s driving distance of the University. Salt Lake City also offers professional symphony, ballet, modern dance, opera, and theater performances, art galleries, world-class restaurants and professional sports. The position will be open until a qualified applicant is identified. Rank and salary are dependent upon experience and qualifications.
To apply:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/180791

Inquires may be sent to:
Jennifer Hale, PT, DPT, PhD
Email: Jennifer.Hale@utah.edu

Please attach your CV, a list of 3 references (all references must be outside of the University of Utah and its affiliates) and attach your last awarded degree or diploma as a pdf file under the. “Applicant Document – Other” category.
University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
Notice
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Please attach your CV, a list of 3 references (all references must be outside of the University of Utah and its affiliates) and attach your last awarded degree or diploma as a pdf file under the. “Applicant Document – Other” category.
To apply:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/180791

Inquires may be sent to:
Jennifer Hale, PT, DPT, PhD
Email: Jennifer.Hale@utah.edu
Position start date:July 1, 2025
Open Date 04/10/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN03811F
Type Faculty

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • List of References
  • Applicant Document - Other
    • Optional Documents
  • Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
  • Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

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