Description

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at Colorado Mesa University invites applications for two full-time, 12-month, open-rank tenure-track core faculty positions beginning July 1.  We are seeking collaborative faculty who are excited to help shape and grow a developing program, contribute to student success, and advance scholarship within a supportive academic environment. Applicants with expertise in basic sciences or clinical physical therapy practice areas are encouraged to apply.

The DPT Program at Colorado Mesa University has enrolled three cohorts and will graduate its first class in May. The program currently holds Candidate for Accreditation status and will be considered for Initial Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) at the upcoming April meeting.

The program admits one cohort annually (24 students), allowing for strong faculty-student engagement and mentorship. The program is located in the St. Mary’s Medical Education Center, an interdisciplinary health sciences facility on the main campus in Grand Junction. The facility houses graduate programs in Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant Studies, creating robust opportunities for interprofessional education and collaboration. Colorado Mesa University also offers graduate programs in Athletic Training, Nursing, and Social Work, contributing to a growing health sciences community.

We are seeking faculty with expertise in one or more of the following areas.

Basic Science Faculty
- Neuroscience
- Histology
- Physiology
- Human cadaver laboratory instruction

Clinical Faculty
- Pediatrics
- Research methods and statistics
- Therapeutic modalities
- Professional practice / PT management
- Interprofessional education seminar

Applicants with expertise in other areas of the DPT curriculum are also encouraged to apply, including:
- Cardiopulmonary physical therapy
- Differential diagnosis
- Therapeutic exercise
- Pathology for physical therapy

The program values flexibility in teaching assignments and welcomes applicants whose expertise complements existing faculty strengths.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Collaborating with the Program Director and Curriculum Committee to coordinate assigned curricular content and maintain compliance with CAPTE standards.
Teaching didactic and laboratory courses within the DPT curriculum.
Developing and maintaining a scholarly agenda consistent with university expectations and CAPTE standards.
Providing academic advising and mentorship to DPT students.
Participating in program, university, and professional service activities.
 

Salary: 

Assistant rank up to $106,500 and Associate rank up to $118,00

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package:

https://www.coloradomesa.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement.html

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, or related).
ABD candidates demonstrating progress toward completion may be considered.
DPT candidates with demonstrated research activity may also be considered.
Demonstrated content expertise in proposed teaching areas.
Evidence of effective teaching or potential for excellence in teaching.
Demonstrated or emerging scholarly agenda consistent with Boyer’s model of scholarship.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, organize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies such as Brightspace (D2L), Zoom, and Microsoft Teams.
 

Preferred Qualifications:

Eligibility for or current licensure to practice physical therapy in Colorado.
Minimum three (3) years of clinical practice experience.
Prior university-level teaching experience in a DPT or related program (e.g., PTA).
Board or specialty certification (e.g., ABPTS, FAAOMPT) in area of expertise.
Active membership in the American Physical Therapy Association and relevant academies.
 

How to Apply:

Follow this link:

https://coloradomesa.wd501.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CMUCareers/details/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-Physical-Therapy_JR100023

Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

*Cover letter
*Resume or CV
*Teaching philosophy
*Scholarship overview
*Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
*Provide three letters of recommendation, which can be emailed to humanresources@coloradomesa.edu.
 

Positions open until filled. Priority will be given to applications submitted by April 12, 2026.

Direct Inquiries to: Dr. Christopher Carcia, ccarcia@coloradomesa.edu

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.