Assistant Professor - Undergraduate Rehabilitation Science Program

Assistant Professor - Undergraduate Rehabilitation Science Program

The Department of Community Health Services and Rehabilitation Science in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for a 9-month, appointment stream Assistant Professor. The successful Candidate will assume responsibility for teaching Rehabilitation Science related course content, mentoring students in the undergraduate Rehabilitation Science program, and participating in department, school and university governance and service, along with other roles as determined by the department chair.

Qualifications

Required:

• Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
• At least five years' experience in the field of physical therapy or related field.
• Evidence of at least four years teaching experience in a college or university setting.
• Evidence of mentoring undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated evidence of University service.

Preferred:

• Experience developing and teaching college-level courses.
• Experience in kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and/or athletic training.

The start date for this position will be August 15, 2026. The position will be 9-month appointment outside the tenure stream, within the Department of Community Health Services and Rehabilitation Science, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Additional information describing the Department of Community Health Services and Rehabilitation Science can be found at http://www.shrs.pitt.edu/CHSRS/. Specific questions regarding the position can be addressed to Tom Platt at plattte@upmc.edu. Application materials, including a cover letter stating interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three (3) professional references, should be submitted through Talent Center (https://www.join.pitt.edu req#26001891).

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.