Assistant/Associate Professor

• Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
• Bellarmine University Bellarmine University
• 4.

0 Louisville, KY Job Details Full-time | Tenure track 12 hours ago Qualifications Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques)

Full Job Description Location:

Louisville, KY Category:

Faculty Positions Job Type:

Full-time Exempt Posted On:

Mon Sep 28 2026 The College of Health Professions-School of Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences at Bellarmine University invites applications from qualified candidates for one 12-month faculty position, term or tenure-track eligible, at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. This new position will join a department of 15 dynamic core faculty, a diverse team of experienced adjunct clinical faculty, and highly supportive and dedicated administrative staff. Successful candidates will support the University's vision and mission, commitment to service and hospitality, and the intellectual, ethical, and moral development of all students. Academic rank and faculty appointment are commensurate with qualifications and expertise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach assigned courses in the physical therapy curriculum with development and delivering course materials using evidence-informed and student-centered teaching methods Advise and mentor students on academic progress and professional development Establish and maintain an active research agenda, including the engagement of students in scholarly activities Disseminate peer-reviewed scholarly work Serve on departmental and university committees Contribute to student learning and program assessment, strategic planning, and accreditation efforts Participate in student recruitment, admissions, and program promotion activities Engage in professional service through organizations such as the American Physical Therapy Association Maintain clinical competence and, where applicable, active clinical practice Integrate current clinical expertise into teaching and mentoring Maintain licensure and certifications as required Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Job Requirements:

Terminal academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc) from an accredited institution, terminal academic degree is in progress with expected graduation within one year, or DPT with ABPTS certification.

If a physical therapist:

Licensure in a United States jurisdiction as a physical therapist and eligible for licensure in Kentucky.

Preferred Qualifications:

Evidence of peer-reviewed scholarship, at a minimum, invited presentations such as poster or platform at professional conferences. Publications in peer-reviewed journals, authorship of books or chapters, and grant activity will be considered as higher forms of peer-reviewed scholarship. Experience mentoring students in research, either formally or informally. Experience teaching in an academic environment, at a minimum as adjunct faculty. Higher consideration may be given to those with previous full-time faculty experience. Strong background in contemporary practice and teaching experience in: oncology, lymphedema, cardiovascular and pulmonary, acute/critical care, musculoskeletal examination, or biophysical agents.

Preferred ABPTS board specializations include:

Clinical Electrophysiology, Oncology, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary, Sports, Wound Management Additional Information: