Job Description

Required Education
Degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution with a post-professional academic doctoral degree (i.e. PhD, EdD, DSci).

Required Related Experience
1. Content expertise in pathophysiology and in geriatric, cardiopulmonary, or acute care physical therapy
2. Teaching experience in geriatrics, cardiopulmonary physical therapy, pharmacology, or acute care



Required License/Registration/Certification
Current licensure in physical therapy in Kentucky or eligibility.

Job Summary
The Department of Physical Therapy (PT), College of Health Sciences (CHS) at the University of Kentucky (UK), is seeking a full-time 11-month appointment, tenure eligible faculty member at rank determined by qualifications in the Special Title Series, to begin employment at the Lexington campus by August 1, 2023.

The UK physical therapy program has been educating physical therapists since 1967. The program offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree on two campus locations which includes the Lexington campus and the Center of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) in Hazard, Kentucky. Both campuses afford opportunities for close interaction with faculty, serving local communities, conducting research, and engaging in clinical practice. The CAPTE-accredited program has cohorts of 48 students on the Lexington campus and 18 students on the CERH campus. This position will be primarily located on the Lexington campus.

The UK DPT faculty is comprised of numerous physical therapists with post professional doctoral training who are involved in clinical, bench, and educational research, as well as clinical faculty involved in delivery of patient care services. The PT faculty are national experts devoted to teaching, research, clinical practice, and service. Due to our additional presence in the CHS Rehabilitation and Health Sciences PhD Program, research laboratories, and UK Healthcare system, our research portfolio is diverse and places a high value on translational and interdisciplinary science. Comprehensively, the Department of Physical Therapy strives to develop practitioners who are knowledgeable, ethical, independent, adaptable, reflective, and service oriented.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical practice, teaching, scholarship and/or research, and professional service. Participation in scholarly activities is expected and supported, along with university, community, and professional service activities. The University of Kentucky and Department of Physical Therapy have a strong commitment to cultural and ethnic diversity within the faculty and student body.

Primary duties of this position include teaching in the relevant content areas of expertise, advancing research and scholarship, building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external constituents, and mentoring students and faculty in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. There will also be an opportunity to assume an active role in the CHS Rehabilitation and Health Sciences Doctoral Program, a multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional Ph.D. program. The approximate distribution of effort will be 60-80% teaching, 10-20% scholarly activity, 5-15% service and 2-5% professional development. Administrative effort may be added based on skills and department needs.

Required Qualifications:
1. Degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution with a post-professional academic doctoral degree (i.e. PhD, EdD, DSci).
2. Content expertise in pathophysiology and in geriatric, cardiopulmonary, or acute care physical therapy
3. Current licensure in physical therapy in Kentucky or eligibility.
4. Teaching experience in geriatrics, cardiopulmonary physical therapy, pharmacology, or acute care

Desired Skills:
1. Experience in multiple physical therapy settings
2. Teaching and/or scholarly activity in interprofessional education
3. Record of scholarly work such as peer-reviewed professional presentations and publications

Applicants must value the University of Kentucky’s mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. The University of Kentucky and the College of Health Sciences are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all students, faculty, and staff operate in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. In your letter of interest, please describe the ways in which your past and current teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or community service have supported these values. Please, also convey the ways in which your work will support the commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion articulated in the College’s diversity and anti-racism statements: https://www.uky.edu/chs/inclusivity.

Candidates should apply online with a curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and other specific requests listed on the employment website. Questions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Deborah Kelly, PT, DPT, by email [email protected].

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants must undergo a national background check and pre-employment drug screen as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources. Visit the University’s website and see for yourself what makes UK the perfect place to work, which includes a comprehensive benefits package (www.uky.edu/HR/benefits).

As an Equal Opportunity Action Employer, we strive to foster a community in which individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. Further questions regarding equal employment opportunity (EEO) should be directed to Christa Jennings, HR & Faculty Administrator at [email protected].
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
1. Experience in multiple physical therapy settings
2. Teaching and/or scholarly activity in interprofessional education
3. Record of scholarly work such as peer-reviewed professional presentations and publications

Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.