Open Rank Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Physical Therapy

Working Title Open Rank Assistant, Associate or Full Professor

• Physical Therapy Posting Number 2025021FP Position Information Classification Code 8002b RCW Exemption Criteria 10
• Academic Personnel EWU Position Number F99591 CUPA Code 51.23
• Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions FLSA Exempt
• Teaching Bargaining Unit UFE % Full Time 100 Salary / Wage Range CUPA Salary Information The expected salary upon hire is $76,262 (Assistant Professor), $91,576 (Associate Professor) and $116,464 (Full Professor) Anticipated Start Date August 16, 2026 Term of Appointment 9 months, mid-Sept through mid-June Location Spokane Campus County Spokane Project Description Project Duration Background Check Yes•Both Department Information Level 1 User with Access Bekah Bray, Michele Thompson, Paul Weed Responsible HR User Britt Pirker Responsible HR User Email address bpirker@ewu.

edu Position Details Job Summary The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in the College of Health Science and Public Health Administration at Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for a full-time (9 month) tenure-track faculty appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank to begin August 16, 2026. We desire a team-oriented individual who will collaborate to deliver an excellent educational experience in a student-centered environment. Qualified candidates with all areas of expertise are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants with interest and experience teaching the integumentary system, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, lifespan development, professional responsibilities and/or introductory examination and intervention skills. Rank will be determined based on experience and qualifications. Senior rank faculty (i.e., associate and full professor) are encouraged to apply. The DPT Program is located at EWU Spokane, a health sciences campus with modern space and facilities next to downtown Spokane. The Spokane campus is a satellite of EWU's main campus in Cheney, WA, a short 20-minute drive from Downtown Spokane. Our residential DPT Program is 33 months in length, has 9 full-time faculty members, and admits 38 students each fall. Opportunities for summer teaching may be available. Our longstanding program has been CAPTE accredited for decades. Spokane is the heart of the Inland Northwest, with excellent restaurants, theaters, shopping, skiing, hiking, lakes, and high-quality schools and affordable housing. The expected salary upon hire is $76,262 (Assistant Professor), $91,576 (Associate Professor) and $116,464 (Full Professor). In addition to the salary the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/. EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position. Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening for this position will begin January 2, 2026 and will continue until the position is closed. Applications will be held in confidence, and references will not be contacted prior to candidate notification. Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. About Eastern Washington University Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '24

• 25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024. Tribal Land Acknowledgement At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community. At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes. From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university. Equal Opportunity Statement EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws. Conditions of Employment To be considered eligible for appointment into the position, applicants must be available and able to start in the position no later than August 16, 2026. This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. Workplace Belonging training will be available on December 1st and should be completed by March 31st, 2026.

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Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies. Physical Demands Essential Functions Analysis forms ("EFA") describe the physical and mental demands associated with our positions. If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Michael Brown at mbrown163@ewu.edu. Pre-Placement Physical No Hearing Test No Medical Monitoring Post Hire No Protective Equipment University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed. Required Qualifications Required Qualifications State of Washington PT license eligible An earned academic doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution (PhD, EdD, DSc, DHSc, or equivalent). ABD candidates will not be considered Successful teaching experience in higher education 3 years clinical practice experience as a physical therapist Current membership in the American Physical Therapy Association Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public Additional Required Qualifications

• Associate Professor 6 years experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited entry-level DPT program 5 years clinical practice experience as a physical therapist Established research agenda and record of scholarship (publications, national presentations, external grant funding) Experience in academic program administration or other leadership roles Experience participating in the CAPTE 10-year reaccreditation process; specifically, contributing to the self-study report (SSR) Demonstrated professional involvement at the state or national level Active service to the PT profession Additional Required Qualifications•Professor 10 years experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited entry-level DPT program 5 years clinical practice experience as a physical therapist Established research agenda and record of scholarship (publications, national presentations, external grant funding) Experience in academic program administration or other leadership roles Experience participating in the CAPTE 10-year reaccreditation process; specifically, contributing to the self-study report (SSR) Demonstrated professional involvement at the state or national level Active service to the PT profession Preferred Qualifications Proficient in use of classroom technology Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public A record of scholarship (publications, national presentations, grants) that identifies a line of research and grantsmanship Other Skills and Abilities Work Schedule Type Alternate Work Schedule Schedule will vary from semester to semester to fulfill position's responsibilities.

Posting Date 12/18/2025 Open Until Further Notice Yes Closing Date Screening to Begin 01/02/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application materials through the EWU Employment portal. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Elena Crooks, Search Committee Chair, at ecrooks@ewu.edu.

Required application materials include:

Cover Letter

• describing how you meet each of the required (and preferred, if applicable) qualifications Curriculum Vitae References List
• name, title, place of employment, address, phone number, email address, and relation to the applicant of at least 3 professional references Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• please describe how your practices support your views Mission Statement Response
• EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

We are committed to serving first generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission? All materials will be held in the strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified of a potential offer of employment. Job Duties % of Time 100 Responsibility / Duty Position responsibilities include teaching doctoral-level courses consistent with expertise and department needs, advising DPT students, active participation in research and scholarship activities, and service to the university, community, and profession. A Faculty Activity Plan will be developed by the end of the first semester of the appointment. Additionally, all faculty are expected to: engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning, meet all scheduled classes, plan, organize and inform students of the course content, texts, readings, assignments, attendance regulations and methods of evaluation including grading scales, schedule and attend office hours, turn in grades according to established deadlines, advise students on Department, College and University requirements and career opportunities, supervise students in laboratory and simulated learning experiences, collaborate with faculty to design high-quality focused experiential learning activities, and facilitate relevancy between department curriculum and industry needs. Maintaining current and valid licensure, as required by the position, is the responsibility of the employee and shall be done at their own expense. Additionally, all faculty are expected to engage in effective teaching and assessment of student learning. Essential Function Indicator Yes Posting Specific Questions