Assistant or Associate Professor
Department: Physical Therapy
Posting Category: Faculty
Salary Plan: Faculty - AAUP
Job Summary
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at Cleveland State University is seeking to fill a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position beginning on August 16, 2027. Rank will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Primary Duties for the position include teaching DPT courses with primary teaching in neurologic physical therapy; being involved in ongoing curriculum development/evaluation; conducting and maintaining research and scholarship; mentoring/advising students; and providing academic, professional, and/or community service. This is an on-campus position.
This position requires teaching on-campus courses. In addition, you may be assigned to teach off campus, evenings, weekends, and via distance learning technology, depending upon student need for the delivery of instructional services.
Accredited since 1976, the Physical Therapy Department is a part of the College of Health. The DPT Program actively engages students in the educational process and provides an energetic, collegial, and supportive academic environment within the University and the dynamic Cleveland biomedical community. Cleveland State University is an urban campus serving racially, culturally, and economically diverse students.
DPT is housed within the College of Health (COH), alongside the Departments of Health Sciences and Human Performance, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Occupational Therapy, and Music Therapy; the School of Social Work; and the School of Nursing. Together, the College of Health offers more than 23 undergraduate and graduate programs in health professions, nursing, social work, and related certificate programs. These programs provide students with opportunities for experiential learning, interprofessional practice, and distinct scholarship opportunities. The COH operates two on-site health clinics that provide hands-on training for students while delivering health care services to members of the community. The College of Health is committed to preparing highly qualified researchers and practitioners who can meet the needs of individuals and communities within evolving health care, public health, and wellness environments.
CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.
Minimum Qualifications
- An earned research doctorate (e.g. PhD, EdD, DSc or equivalent) in physical therapy or a related field; Appropriate terminal degree completed by July 1, 2027; Persons who are ABD will be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor;
- A physical therapist with eligibility for Ohio PT licensure;
- A minimum of one year of clinical physical therapy practice experience;
- Evidence of contemporary expertise in neurologic physical therapy;
- Evidence of capability to conduct and maintain research and scholarship;
- Evidence of teaching capability and the capacity to teach core courses across the DPT Program;
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate and work on teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Evidence of excellence in research, including a record of presentations, publications, student and/or colleague mentoring, grant activity, or other scholarly related activities (e.g. journal reviewer);
- Demonstrated ability to participate in collaborative research and/or clinical practice;
- APTA board-certified clinical specialist and/or graduate of clinical residency or fellowship training program;
- Experience in teaching, especially in higher education and/or in physical therapy (e.g. full university course coordination, teaching in an accredited DPT program, graduate level teaching, and other teaching such as continuing education and guest lectures);
- Experience and ability to teach content related to neurologic physical therapy, as well as a variety of courses across the DPT Program;
- Evidence of breadth (e.g. variety of settings/practice areas) and/or depth (e.g. years of experience) of clinical practice;
- Professional, academic, and/or community service and/or leadership.
Applicant Instructions
Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/27424. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by December 1, 2026. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Co-Chairs, Karen McIntyre at k.vitak@csuohio.edu and John Jeziorowski at j.jeziorowski@csuohio.edu.
List of documents applicant is required to submit:
- Cover Letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications – this letter must also include a brief statement of your teaching, research, and service philosophies
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for three references (names, addresses, telephone numbers, emails) – references will be contacted by automated email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf
- Optional – License/Certificate*
- Optional – Unofficial transcript*
*Candidates invited to interview will need to submit official transcripts of the highest degree earned, and a copy of Ohio PT licensure or evidence of eligibility (e.g. copy of license in another state)
CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.
Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.
Hiring Range /Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience
Posted Date: 10/15/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Review Begins: 12/02/2026
Tentative Start Date: August 16, 2027
