Asst/Assoc Professor - Physical Therapy - Odessa at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

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Asst/Assoc Professor - Physical Therapy - Odessa

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Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

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 The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences in the School of Health Professions at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) invites applications for a full-time (12-month) generalist physical therapy faculty position in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.


The appointment is in the entry-level DPT program at the Odessa, TX campus with opportunities to contribute to the post-professional Doctor of Science in Rehabilitation Science and the Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science programs.


The School of Health Professions is home to more than 2000 students, and the DPT program at TTUHSC includes over 200 students with diverse backgrounds across three cohorts. The DPT program is one of six programs within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, which also includes the Master of Athletic Training, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Science in Rehabilitation Science, and Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science. The faculty member will work collaboratively with faculty from these and other programs and departments within the School and University.


The successful candidate will join a student-focused DPT program with a record of innovation and excellence in educating entry-level physical therapy practitioners extending back 40 years. Our history includes being one of the first programs in the United States to utilize a multi-campus, synchronous education model for lecture content. The DPT Program at TTUHSC is one program, with content delivered across three campuses: Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa, TX. Students attend lecture synchronously with the use of a live and interactive video conferencing system with lectures being delivered by faculty spread across all three campuses. Lab activities are taught locally by content-area experts.




About the Midland-Odessa Area:

Odessa, TX is a hidden gem in West Texas, known for its cowboy culture, oil rigs and Friday Night Lights. It offers a vibrant cultural district celebrating the arts and local heritage. Odessa's Ector County ISD focuses on preparing students for college and career readiness through advanced academic programs.


Midland, TX, nestled in the heart of the Permian Basin, is strategically positioned halfway between Fort Worth and El Paso, providing a central location in West Texas. The city offers many activities and attraction catering to various interests. Midland is more than just a place to live in; it's a community where people come together to support each other and make a difference.

Requisition ID

34320BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Major/Essential Functions

• Teach didactic and lab courses in the entry-level DPT curriculum.


• Guide and advise students in academic success and professional development through the entry-level DPT program.


• Demonstrate a commitment toward building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.


• Support the mission of the School through teaching, service, and research.


• Support the vision of the University through innovation and collaboration.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Odessa

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience in foundational skills, outpatient, inpatient/acute, wound care, and/or pediatric PT practice.


• Three years of experience in an academic role.


• Three years of clinical experience.


• History of scholarly activity.

Department

Physical Therapy Lbk

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Assistant Professor

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or earned terminal (PhD, ScD, EdD, or similar) degree.


• Physical therapy licensure or eligibility for licensure in Texas.

Salary Grade

800

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

Yes

Are select agents used in this laboratory?

No

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