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Position Information
Job Title
Assistant/Associate Professor - Physical Therapy (Open Line)
Posting Number
P2227F
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, a positive work environment, student engagement, and a thriving community.
Chartered in 1856, Auburn University holds a Carnegie classification of Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. The university also holds the Elective Classification for Community Engagement. Academic programs at Auburn enroll approximately 26,000 undergraduate students and 6,000 graduate students. Detailed information about the university can be found by visiting https://auburn.edu/ .
Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include excellent health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more. Auburn University is located in the southeastern United States, 90 min southwest of Atlanta, in Auburn, AL. The Auburn-Opelika Metropolitan area has a population of about 163,000. Auburn's size offers numerous advantages to its residents and Auburn is a quintessential college town with excellent recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities.
The School of Kinesiology is housed in the College of Education. The school offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Kinesiology. Auburn University is ranked in the top fifty public universities (U.S. News & World Report) and the School of Kinesiology doctoral program is ranked in the top fifteen by the National Academy of Kinesiology Ranking of Doctoral Programs (2023). Our mission is to acquire new knowledge about exercise, training, and physical activity and deliver that knowledge in an invigorating learning environment for our undergraduate and graduate students. Our goal is to uncover basic mechanisms and to improve the health of society through research, outreach, and teaching. For more information about the School of Kinesiology, please visit: https://education.auburn.edu/kinesiology/ . Auburn University is understanding of, and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples.
The School of Kinesiology is located in a state-of-the-art building as sole occupant. Current equipment and research capabilities available in our building include electroencephalography, functional near infrared spectroscopy, electromyography, motion capture, a Biodex Balance, system, Biodex isokinetic system, space for exercise interventions/training, accelerometers, andDEXA .
Auburn University is a partner of the University of Alabama at Birmingham Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS ). The School of Kinesiology actively participates in several of the training programs, professional development resources, and funding mechanisms provided by theCCTS . Auburn also has anMRI Research Center with the capability to scan with a Siemens 7 Tesla for research needs, and a Siemens Skyra open bore 3T scanner for clinical and research use.
POSITION :
Assistant/Associate Professor : The Auburn University Physical Therapy (AUPT ) Program in the School of Kinesiology seeks to hire one twelve-month tenure-track faculty member at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank with expertise in anatomy, biomechanics, kinesiology, movement science, and/or applied neuroscience/electrophysiology practice environments to begin in Summer/Fall 2026. This position is a part of faculty members who will be hired at Auburn University and serve as the core faculty for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT ) Program. The program's mission is to educate and train physical therapists, emphasizing service among rural areas in Alabama and beyond. The university's commitment to excellence is outlined in the Auburn University Strategic Plan ( https://ocm.auburn.edu/strategic_plan/ ).
If you are passionate about serving others with excellence, we invite you to apply to our developingDPT program. As a leader in the field, the School of Kinesiology has a long-standing commitment to creating an environment that welcomes a variety of individuals, and we are dedicated to maintaining this culture of quality as we build ourDPT program. Housed in the school, the developingDPT program seeks contributions from those of a variety of academic and clinical backgrounds. Auburn University is a land-grant university and houses The College of Nursing, nutrition, College of Pharmacy, speech-language pathology, human development and family science, and College of Veterinary Medicine. The Edward Via College of Medicine also resides on the Auburn Campus and actively partners with colleges across the university. Interprofessional education is a strong foundation atAUPT , with faculty and students training together as an interprofessional team across the curriculum. In addition,AUPT will host a faculty practice teaching clinic for students and faculty to practice and treat many of our communities' populations. TheDPT program will be home to a high-tech anatomy simulation lab, two state-of-the-art clinical classrooms, and a dedicated active learning studio/classroom.
TheDPT program was recently granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE ). On our current timeline, the developing program will receive initial accreditation in the spring of 2028. The program has currently matriculated its first cohort (class of 2028) and is accepting applications for its second cohort to matriculate in summer 2026.
DUTIES /RESPONSIBILITIES
Engage in rigorous research resulting in scholarly publications, preferably peer-reviewed journal articles in prestigious outlets.
Teach entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy courses in support of the program.
Advise and mentor graduate students.
Direct student research including projects, theses, and dissertations.
Participate in the planning and implementation of curricular changes for the program and school.
Provide institutional service as assigned by the department head and engage in professional service within the discipline.
Participate in professional activities as needed to ensure the well-being of the program, school, and college.
The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.
STARTING DATE : Summer-Fall 2026SALARY : Competitive and commensurate with experience; excellent health benefits and retirement package.
Minimum Qualifications
·Terminal academic doctorate degree (e.g. PhD) at the time of employment.
Post-doctoral training or equivalent training
Experience or demonstrated potential to teach graduate courses.
Record of research and contemporary scholarship, practice expertise and teaching experience in pelvic & women's health, cardio-pulmonary physiology, neurological rehabilitation, pediatrics with anatomy, biomechanics/ kinesiology/ movement science, and/or applied neuroscience/electrophysiology practice environments, and other areas of contemporary expertise.
Evidence of extramural support or of demonstrated potential to be successful in securing extramural support.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Commitment to the values and priorities of the College of Education ( https://education.auburn.edu/college-of-education-strategic-plan/ ; https://education.auburn.edu/about-the-college/vision-mission-and-core-values/ )
Desired Qualifications
Licensed or eligible for US-PT licensure in Alabama at the time of employment.
History of extramural grant funding.
Experience teaching in aDPT program.
Board certification or exceptional clinical experience.
Record of advising, engaging, and mentoringDPT and PhD students.
Record of collaboration across the department, university, and/or the field of physical therapy higher education.
Professional experience in the field of physical therapy higher education.
Demonstrated ability to engage in physical therapy education program design activities (e.g., curriculum redesign, course design, administrative tasks).
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION : Priority review of applications will begin 20th November 2025. Applications should be submitted through Auburn University's on-line system. Please use the following link to submit application materials - https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56323
A complete application should include the following required documents:
Cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position. Please describe how your academic concentration will advance the strategic mission of the Physical Therapy Program, School of Kinesiology and Auburn University
Current Curriculum Vitae
Teaching philosophy statement, including commitment to excellence in the classroom.
Statement of Research and/or goals, including commitment to excellence in research.
Three (3) professional references with contact information, title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers.
All academic transcripts and proof of licensure (if licensed physical therapist).
General inquiries may be directed to Harsimran S. Baweja PT PhD ( hsb0025@auburn.edu ) , Search Committee Chair & Program Director of Physical Therapy.
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. More Information can be found by announcements provided by the AUProvost's Office (https://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/) .
As part of its commitment to a safe community, AU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with AU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current AU employees who apply for the position.
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Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
70,000 - 100,000
Open Date
10/30/2025
Close Date
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.
Open Until Filled
Yes
References required for this position?
Yes
If yes, minimum number requested
3
