University of Illinois Chicago - College of Applied Health Sciences
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Illinois Chicago - College of Applied Health Sciences, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Department:
Physical Therapy
Location:
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
Category:
Faculty
The wage for this position is $117,126.79
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Description This is a non-tenure-track faculty position that requires previous teaching experience at the professional level, a demonstrated commitment to scholarly activities, and practical contributions to scholarship. Clinical faculty members are primarily committed to teaching and service, including, where applicable, research and scholarship.
Duties & Responsibilities
Course Director for PT 600 Introduction to Physical Therapy, PT 622 Psychosocial Theory I, PT 624 Therapeutic Applications, PT 625 Professional Development
Develop, coordinate, and disseminate lectures, labs, written exams, and practical exams related to the established course objectives
Assistant Director of Clinical Education
Assist the Director of Clinical Education in identifying new clinical internship sites, matching students with clinical internship sites, facilitating clinical site visits and CPI discussions with students and clinical instructors, providing support to students during clinical internships, reviewing mid-term and final CPI assessments
UIC Department of Physical Therapy Academic Support
UIC DPT Student Advisor
Assist faculty members in guest lecturing and as lab assistant, review capstone projects
Assist in annual admissions reviews
Serve as DPT CSPP Committee Member
Serve as SUSTAIN Coalition Member
Serve as DPT co-representative for CAIPPER Inter professional Education Curriculum Committee
Pride in Every Step: UIC LGBTQ+ Affining Physical Wellness Program Committee Member
Co-lead and continued development of initiatives related to improving affirming care and education in support of physical health and wellness of LGBTQ+ patients, students, faculty, and staff
Research
Maintain a scholarly research and publication agenda
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
A doctorate in exercise science, kinesiology, community health, or a field related to physical therapy
Certification in national health behavior counseling/wellness coaching or personal training.
Experience working with BIPOC and other underrepresented populations to develop connections and partnerships across various stakeholder groups, including communities, students, and faculty.
Experience teaching courses in health promotion, wellness, and exercise science.
Proven experience in developing and facilitating programs and workshops. The ability to lead, design, and implement community-engaged research initiatives focused on wellness.
A strong teaching background that incorporates creative online pedagogy
Appointment 12-month faculty position.
Application Procedures To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references through the UIC Careers portal at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17030?c=uic
For fullest consideration, apply by November 7, 2025.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
Background Check Statement Employment is contingent on completing a background check.
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Physical Therapy
Location:
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
Category:
Faculty
The wage for this position is $117,126.79
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Description This is a non-tenure-track faculty position that requires previous teaching experience at the professional level, a demonstrated commitment to scholarly activities, and practical contributions to scholarship. Clinical faculty members are primarily committed to teaching and service, including, where applicable, research and scholarship.
Duties & Responsibilities
Course Director for PT 600 Introduction to Physical Therapy, PT 622 Psychosocial Theory I, PT 624 Therapeutic Applications, PT 625 Professional Development
Develop, coordinate, and disseminate lectures, labs, written exams, and practical exams related to the established course objectives
Assistant Director of Clinical Education
Assist the Director of Clinical Education in identifying new clinical internship sites, matching students with clinical internship sites, facilitating clinical site visits and CPI discussions with students and clinical instructors, providing support to students during clinical internships, reviewing mid-term and final CPI assessments
UIC Department of Physical Therapy Academic Support
UIC DPT Student Advisor
Assist faculty members in guest lecturing and as lab assistant, review capstone projects
Assist in annual admissions reviews
Serve as DPT CSPP Committee Member
Serve as SUSTAIN Coalition Member
Serve as DPT co-representative for CAIPPER Inter professional Education Curriculum Committee
Pride in Every Step: UIC LGBTQ+ Affining Physical Wellness Program Committee Member
Co-lead and continued development of initiatives related to improving affirming care and education in support of physical health and wellness of LGBTQ+ patients, students, faculty, and staff
Research
Maintain a scholarly research and publication agenda
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
A doctorate in exercise science, kinesiology, community health, or a field related to physical therapy
Certification in national health behavior counseling/wellness coaching or personal training.
Experience working with BIPOC and other underrepresented populations to develop connections and partnerships across various stakeholder groups, including communities, students, and faculty.
Experience teaching courses in health promotion, wellness, and exercise science.
Proven experience in developing and facilitating programs and workshops. The ability to lead, design, and implement community-engaged research initiatives focused on wellness.
A strong teaching background that incorporates creative online pedagogy
Appointment 12-month faculty position.
Application Procedures To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references through the UIC Careers portal at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17030?c=uic
For fullest consideration, apply by November 7, 2025.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
Background Check Statement Employment is contingent on completing a background check.
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