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Position Information

**Position/Rank** Assistant/Associate Professor (Clinical)

**Department** 00201 - PhysicalTher/Athletic Training

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Track** Non Tenure Track

**New Position to Begin** 08/16/2025

Details

Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical), Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training

The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at the University of Utah invites applicants for a full-time (1.0 FTE ) Career-line, (Clinical) Track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical), depending on experience. The faculty member will teach in the Hybrid Pathway of the Master of Athletic Training Program.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Teach in the area of expertise within their Master’s degree or in Athletic Training

o Delivering high-quality education in a hybrid format. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in online/hybrid teaching and innovative instructional strategies. Faculty are expected to demonstrate content expertise, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and contribute to an innovative learning environment.

* Recruit, advise, and mentor students enrolled in the professional Master of Athletic Training program.

* Perform service appropriate to the department, college, university, profession, and community.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience in online/hybrid teaching and innovative instructional methodologies

+ Prior experience mentoring athletic training students

Required Qualifications:

+ Terminal Degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, DAT )

+ Be able to obtain athletic training licensure in the state of Utah

+ Demonstrate human relations and effective communication skills

+ Commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service

This position provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and innovative department that values **excellence, collaboration, and innovation** in education. The position will be open until a qualified applicant is identified. Rank and salary are dependent upon experience and qualifications.

The Department is home to three offerings 1) DPT Program with three pathways, 2) PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences 3) MAT Program and post-professional Physical Therapy Residencies. The University of Utah is a member of the Association of American Universities. The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is located within the College of Health and is part of the University of Utah Health. University of Utah Health is the primary educational, research, and referral facility serving the medical needs of Utah and the Intermountain West. It includes the Colleges of Health, Nursing, and Pharmacy, Schools of Medicine, and Dentistry, University Hospitals and Clinics, the Health Sciences Library, and related core facilities. Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration are abundant.

The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, in the foothills of the majestic Wasatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. There is easy access to eight world-class skiing resorts and hiking, biking, camping, backpacking, fishing, and exploring in nearby canyons and the spectacular red-rock country of southern Utah. Ten National Parks are within a day’s driving distance of the University. Salt Lake City also offers professional symphony, ballet, modern dance, opera, theater performances, art galleries, world-class restaurants, and professional sports.

Please apply at:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/185724**

Inquiries may be sent to:

Justin H. Rigby, PhD, LAT , ATC

Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training

University of Utah

290 S 1850 E, HPER -W #113

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

[email protected]

(801) 213-1315

Please attach your CV, a list of 3 references (all references must be outside the University of Utah and its affiliates), and attach your last awarded degree or diploma as a PDF under the “Applicant Document – Other” category.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The University of Utah Health values candidates committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, integrity, quality, and trust integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Please apply at:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/185724**

Inquiries may be sent to:

Justin H. Rigby, PhD, LAT , ATC

Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training

University of Utah

290 S 1850 E, HPER -W #113

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

[email protected]

(801) 213-1315

Please attach your CV, a list of 3 references (all references must be outside the University of Utah and its affiliates), and attach your last awarded degree or diploma as a PDF under the “Applicant Document – Other” category.

**Open Date** 07/16/2025

Close Date

**Open Until Filled** No

**Requisition Number** PRN03863F

**Type** Faculty