Clinical Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy Job Posting Number 2026150NTL Job Location Round Rock College/Division College of Health Professions Department/School Department of Physical Therapy Position Description

Texas State University invites applicants for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy in the College of Health Professions. The department, located on our Round Rock Campus (RRC) offers a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. The department includes 15 faculty and staff serving over 134 doctoral students. The position is a 9-month appointment with potential for summer employment.

We are looking for a collaborative and student-centered educator who values shared governance, contributes positively to team culture, and actively engages in a collegial academic environment that supports faculty, staff, students, and community partners.

Position Description:

The role includes teaching in the entry-level DPT program across both clinical and didactic settings, providing clinical instruction in general and specialty areas, and facilitating engaging, inclusive, evidence‑based didactic learning experiences. The faculty member will also assist with clinical education coordination as an Assistant Director of Clinical Education, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, evaluation, and continuous program improvement, and actively contribute to a supportive, respectful, and collaborative faculty culture through participation in meetings, committees, and shared governance. Additionally, the position involves engaging in service to the school, college, university, and community, including fostering partnerships with clinical agencies.

Required Qualifications

• Has an earned Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited university.
• A licensed PT, or eligible to apply for licensure, in the state of Texas.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing, updating, and teaching contemporary neurologic, cardiopulmonary, and vestibular physical therapy lecture and hands-on laboratory sessions
• Experience with clinical education coordination as a Director of Clinical Education or Assistant Director of Clinical Education for an entry-level DPT program.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in an entry-level DPT program.
• Evidence of scholarly work including at least 2 poster and/or platform presentations and participation in collaborative grant activity in the last 5 years.
• Active participation in department, college, university-level, and/or professional service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds specialized certification in neurologic and/or vestibular physical therapy.
• Recognized for teaching, scholarship, and/or service through department, college, or university awards.
• Maintains active professional development through continuing education and participation in national conferences (e.g., APTA, Educational Leadership Conference).
• Previous experience with course redesign in an entry-level DPT program.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted for this specific posting through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57370.

To ensure full consideration, please submit the following materials by July 3, 2026:

• A Curriculum vitae.
• An application letter describing how you meet each specific required and preferred qualifications;
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).
• Names of three references including address, telephone, and e-mail (references will be contacted only for finalists).

The confidential review of credentials will continue until the position is filled. For inquiries, please e-mail Dr. Jessica Silveira, Chair of the Search Committee, at jessicasilveira@txstate.edu. Please indicate "PT Clinical Faculty" in the subject line of all correspondence.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Type of Position Full-Time Proposed Start Date 08/16/2026 Posting Date 06/24/2026 Review Date 07/03/2026 Close Date 07/03/2026 Open Until Filled? Yes Legal Notices

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact-advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57370 Special Instructions Summary

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• List of References

Optional Documents

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Doctorate of Physical Therapy post-professional certification?
• Yes, I have a earned a postprofessional DPT degree.
• No.