Hofstra Medical Legal Partnership
Assistant/Associate/Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Hofstra Medical Legal Partnership, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at Hofstra University invites applications for a tenure-track, core DPT program faculty position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor. We are seeking a faculty member with a strong academic and professional background in the learning rehabilitation for adults with neuromuscular disorders. This is a full-time position which includes teaching, scholarship, and service responsibilities, with a start date of January 2, 2026. Reporting to the Director of the Physical Therapy Program, the faculty member teaches courses and content within their areas of expertise and other relevant subject areas. Faculty members are expected to engage in research and publish and present their work to contribute to the profession of physical therapy. Service expectations include activities such as instructional development, submitting and drafting documents for accreditation of the DPT program specific to teaching and academic duties, academic advising, participating in program, departmental, university, and community committees, and other appropriate responsibilities. Join our exciting core faculty members and be part of a collaborative environment and dynamic group with diverse backgrounds and expertise. The physical therapy faculty share a passion for quality teaching, scholarship and service to the community and profession. We have a commitment to maintaining a low student to faculty ratio, and protection of faculty time for scholarship, service, and clinical practice. The new faculty member will join the team at an exciting time. The DPT program recently moved to newly renovated faculty office space and a new research and state-of-the-art instructional spaces with resources and equipment including VICON motion analysis, GAITRite, Bertec force plates, CORTECH brain flow measurement, Trigna wireless EMG, and Virtualis’ VR system. Qualifications
Earned doctoral degree in physical therapy (DPT) is required. At least three years of experience in clinical physical therapy practice, treating primarily adult patients with neuromuscular disorders. Licensed or eligible for physical therapy licensure in the state of New York. Commitment to excellence in physical therapy teaching and education. Evidence of an established or emerging record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and/or presentations. Excellent communication skills with colleagues and entry-level DPT students. Evidence of productively working with teams of people. Preferred Qualifications
Earned terminal doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Physical Therapy, Health Sciences, or related field is preferred. Enrolled in post-professional degree or plan to enroll in post-professional degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, ScD). Board certification in Neurological Physical Therapy. Teaching experience in a doctoral physical therapy program. Experience supporting accreditation efforts in compliance with CAPTE standards. Actively involved in the physical therapy profession or interest in engagement with the APTA and its academies and/or chapters. Special Instructions
A letter of application CV Names and contact information for three professional references The successful candidate for this position will be required to provide official academic transcripts, submit professional letters of recommendation, and undergo a background check. Questions can be directed to Dr. James Hackney, Interim Program Director, at James.Hackney@hofstra.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until October 17, 2025. Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Documentation needed to apply
Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae, References, Letter of Application Optional Documents EEO Statement: Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at Hofstra University invites applications for a tenure-track, core DPT program faculty position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor. We are seeking a faculty member with a strong academic and professional background in the learning rehabilitation for adults with neuromuscular disorders. This is a full-time position which includes teaching, scholarship, and service responsibilities, with a start date of January 2, 2026. Reporting to the Director of the Physical Therapy Program, the faculty member teaches courses and content within their areas of expertise and other relevant subject areas. Faculty members are expected to engage in research and publish and present their work to contribute to the profession of physical therapy. Service expectations include activities such as instructional development, submitting and drafting documents for accreditation of the DPT program specific to teaching and academic duties, academic advising, participating in program, departmental, university, and community committees, and other appropriate responsibilities. Join our exciting core faculty members and be part of a collaborative environment and dynamic group with diverse backgrounds and expertise. The physical therapy faculty share a passion for quality teaching, scholarship and service to the community and profession. We have a commitment to maintaining a low student to faculty ratio, and protection of faculty time for scholarship, service, and clinical practice. The new faculty member will join the team at an exciting time. The DPT program recently moved to newly renovated faculty office space and a new research and state-of-the-art instructional spaces with resources and equipment including VICON motion analysis, GAITRite, Bertec force plates, CORTECH brain flow measurement, Trigna wireless EMG, and Virtualis’ VR system. Qualifications
Earned doctoral degree in physical therapy (DPT) is required. At least three years of experience in clinical physical therapy practice, treating primarily adult patients with neuromuscular disorders. Licensed or eligible for physical therapy licensure in the state of New York. Commitment to excellence in physical therapy teaching and education. Evidence of an established or emerging record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and/or presentations. Excellent communication skills with colleagues and entry-level DPT students. Evidence of productively working with teams of people. Preferred Qualifications
Earned terminal doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Physical Therapy, Health Sciences, or related field is preferred. Enrolled in post-professional degree or plan to enroll in post-professional degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, ScD). Board certification in Neurological Physical Therapy. Teaching experience in a doctoral physical therapy program. Experience supporting accreditation efforts in compliance with CAPTE standards. Actively involved in the physical therapy profession or interest in engagement with the APTA and its academies and/or chapters. Special Instructions
A letter of application CV Names and contact information for three professional references The successful candidate for this position will be required to provide official academic transcripts, submit professional letters of recommendation, and undergo a background check. Questions can be directed to Dr. James Hackney, Interim Program Director, at James.Hackney@hofstra.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until October 17, 2025. Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Documentation needed to apply
Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae, References, Letter of Application Optional Documents EEO Statement: Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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