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Job description
Assistant/Associate Professor-in-Residence, Physical Therapy, School of Integrated Health Sciences (R )
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for this full‑time, 9‑month, non‑tenure track teaching faculty line. The position will involve teaching in the entry‑level DPT program, conducting research activities consistent with accreditation expectations, and mentoring student capstone projects. The primary teaching responsibility is contemporary neurological physical therapy. The successful clinical track candidate will be expected to meet University criteria related to teaching and service, and to adhere to UNLV Top Tier Initiatives related to teaching and mentoring. Anticipated start date is January2027.
Responsibilities
Teach in the entry‑level DPT program
Conduct research activities consistent with accreditation expectations
Mentor student capstone projects
Teach contemporary neurological physical therapy
Minimum Qualifications
A licensed physical therapist with eligibility for licensure by the Nevada State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
An earned terminal degree (PhD, DSc, or EdD) from a regionally accredited college or university, or a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree with board‑certified clinical specialization.
A DPT with other advanced training in a related field (e.g., MS in clinical investigation) will also be considered.
5 years of contemporary clinical experience in neurological physical therapy.
Teaching experience in neurological physical therapy at the graduate level.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with diverse populations.
Ability to collaborate, solve problems, and be flexible.
Demonstrated ability to learn, develop, and apply new technologies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in mentoring student service-learning and research projects.
Experience in curricular/program development and academic assessment.
Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values
A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
Salary
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.
Benefits
Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Perks & Programs
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
RebelCard discounts on and off campus
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
Connect with colleagues with shared interests
Personal and professional development opportunities
A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact or visit our Veterans Webpage.
Required Attachments
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at or
About UNLV
Founded in1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region’s diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S.News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.
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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., TitleIX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop1062, Las Vegas, NV , Campus Services Building (CSB) Room246, Telephone: ; Email: , or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. ; Telephone: FAX: ; TDD: ; Email: ; or to both.
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Worksite address
las vegas, NV, 89105, US
Who can apply
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