Job Description

The University of Montana, School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science (UMPT), within the College of Health, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program to begin August 2027.

The DPT program is for a fully CAPTE-accredited 2.75-year entry-level program with 36 students per class. It is the only Physical Therapy program in the state and has been CAPTE-accredited for over 40 years.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching and advising students in the DPT program
• Establishment of an active research agenda. Numerous opportunities for collaborative research are available within the School, College, and University, as well as with other clinical partners, and healthcare institutions
• Service on department and university committees as well as the profession
• Instructional needs may include:
• Clinical Medicine series (pathophysiology, medical screening, pharmacology, special populations), and
• Physical therapy management coursework in musculoskeletal and complex/acute care patient populations

The instructional load for the position will align with your expertise and interest and be consistent with other tenure-track faculty of the same rank. Teaching content is negotiable, and flexibility will be possible to balance your interests with the needs of the program.

About the College of Health and School of PT & Rehabilitation Science

College of Health

School of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science

About the University of Montana

UM is the fastest growing flagship university in Montana with over 11,000 students and is a national leader in access, especially for first-generation and low-income students. Our mission is inclusive prosperity and to transform lives by providing a high-quality and accessible education and by generating world-class research and creative scholarship in an exceptional place. We integrate the liberal arts and sciences into undergraduate, graduate and professional studies to shape global citizens who are creative and agile learners committed to expanding the boundaries of knowledge and to building and sustaining diverse communities.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

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Position Details

Tenurable Faculty: School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science

Title: Assistant or Associate Professor (rank depends on qualification and experience)

Schedule: Full time, academic year

Salary: $85,000- $98,000 (salary is determined by the rank, qualification, and experience)

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Mandatory Retirement Contribution, Professional Development, Partial Tuition Waiver, Wellness Program

Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, scholarship, and service. Teaching responsibilities may include a combination of required, elective, and clinical courses

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, DSc)
• Hold a current physical therapy license and be eligible for physical therapy licensure in Montana
• Demonstrated ability to independently engage in scholarly activity
• Experience in teaching in higher education or equivalent
• Effective communication and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience obtaining and administering extramural research funding
• Prior experience and evidence of effectiveness in teaching physical therapy curriculum
• Board Certification and/or residency/fellowship training in a clinical practice area
• Clinical experience in multiple healthcare settings (e.g., outpatient, acute care, home health)

Application Instructions

Priority Application Date: November 08, 2026 09:59pm mountain time

Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration.

Required Application Materials:

• Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications and experience
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and summary of recent teaching evaluations
• Three (3) professional references: names and contact information
• Academic Statement: include the following:
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Montana (UM) is an equal opportunity employer. UM does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request.

Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.