Assistant/Associate Professor - Director Clinical Education Doctor of Physical Therapy - Spring 2027
Summary
Title:Assistant/Associate Professor - Director Clinical Education Doctor of Physical Therapy - Spring 2027
ID:2095
Type:Full-time Faculty
Post Date:07/24/2026
Position Available Date:N/A
Department:Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
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Description
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s Mayborn College of Health Sciences seeks a Director of Clinical Education for its Doctor of Physical Therapy Program beginning in Spring 2027, with initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience. The program is seeking applicants with expertise in cardiopulmonary or integumentary physical therapy and experience in clinical education; individuals with expertise in other areas of physical therapy are encouraged to apply. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.

UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, a historic town of 23,000 in the heart of central Texas.  Nearby cities are Temple (5 miles), Waco (45 miles), Austin (65 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles).  Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community. 

Faculty Responsibilities:   Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching, curriculum development, student recruitment and advising; professional attainment including scholarship; and service to department, college, university, and the community.   

Specific Responsibilities: The Director of Clinical Education will manage the clinical education component of the DPT program and teach doctoral-level physical therapy courses in areas related to clinical expertise and experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to direct student research projects and conduct research through the UMHB Human Performance and Motion Analysis Labs, as well as provide patient care and supervise students in the pro bono Cru Community Clinic.  
 
Qualifications: 
  1. Must be an active and committed Christian who will support the University’s mission and who will be an active participant in their local church.
  2. Doctoral degree in physical therapy (PT) from a CAPTE-accredited program required.
  3. Minimum of three (3) years full-time (or equivalent) post-licensure clinical practice in a physical therapy environment is required.
  4. Minimum of two (2) years of clinical practice as an SCCE or CI or two (2) years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist education program.
  5. Must possess a current and unencumbered Texas Physical Therapist license and be in compliance with the Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act or is able to meet requirements within 90 days of hire.
  6. Previous teaching experience in a physical therapist education program and ABPTS specialist certification are desirable.
  7. Excellent teaching and communication skills.
  8. A dedication to professional attainment, professional organization engagement, and commitment to quality improvement are essential. 
  9. Must agree to the University’s Employee Statement of Understanding.

Salaries and Benefits: 

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match, and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.

Application Deadline: 

Position will remain open until filled.

To Apply: 

Please click the “Apply Now” link to apply for this position.

Please submit a cover letter, CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application.  Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB’s mission and values, found at http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission.  In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

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