Associate Professor or Professor - Director, Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Position Overview
Organization: Rehabilitation Medicine
Title: Associate Professor or Professor - Director, Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Position Details
Position Description
The University of Washington’s Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Division of Physical Therapy, invites applications for Program Director and Associate Chair, Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. This is a full-time position, with tenure, appointed at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. Associate Professors and Professors hold indefinite appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. Anticipated start date is Fall 2024, but other dates may be considered.
As Director and a member of the Division of Physical Therapy, the successful candidate will participate in research, teaching, and scholarship -- as well as leadership and program assessment and planning -- and will be expected to fulfill requirements for advancement along the Clinician-Scientist pathway of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine.
The Director the Division of Physical Therapy role also holds the department title of Associate Chair, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. Responsibilities include leading the administration and strategic growth of the division, program assessment and planning, teaching courses in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree program, maintaining a productive research program, and demonstrating leadership in service. The Director is responsible for a range of essential functions including strategic planning; mentoring and evaluating faculty; supervising staff; fiscal management of a self-sustaining program; communication; recruiting a strong faculty and staff; leading the DPT program CAPTE and Graduate School accreditation processes; developing strategies for faculty professional development; promoting and supporting clinical, service, research, and PT residency programs; and actively supporting faculty and students in scholarly endeavors. Opportunities to mentor students in the PhD Program in Rehabilitation Science and clinical residency programs are also available, as well as to collaborate with existing research teams and pursue an independent research portfolio.
We offer a collaborative and multidisciplinary academic environment. The University of Washington, the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, and the Division of Physical Therapy are strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as diversity in our students, staff, and faculty fosters excellence. As Director of Physical Therapy, the successful applicant will actively cultivate a culture of inclusion and diversity among the community of faculty, staff, and students.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position will be $12,900 - $15,500 per month ($154,800 - $186,000 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. The Division Director administrative role carries an administrative supplement of $1,667 per month ($20,004 per annum) for as long as the individual hired holds the role.
Other compensation associated with this position may include a moving allowance or relocation incentive, if applicable.
The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is nationally recognized for excellence in education, research, and clinical care. The Department’s various research programs, led by world-renowned leaders in Rehabilitation Science -- as well as academic programs including the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO), Master of Occupational Therapy, and PhD in Rehabilitation Science programs -- provide rich opportunities for interdisciplinary research, teaching, and learning.
The Department has an exceptional record of successful extramural research funding and interprofessional collaboration. In fiscal year 2023, a total of $15.7 million in research funding was awarded to departmental researchers. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DoD), and the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR)/ Administration for Community Living (ACL) were our top sponsors, comprising a total of 72% of the awards we received. In addition, our departmental faculty who are based at VA Puget Sound Health Care System have a total of $21.8 million in current funding.
The University of Washington enrolls approximately 60,000 students each year across its three campuses (Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell) and thrives as a center for groundbreaking research in a variety of fields. Located on the Seattle campus, the UW DPT program enrolls approximately 50 students per year and collaborates with other medical and research centers within and beyond the University.
The department has four clinical divisions: General Physiatry, Sports and Spine Physiatry, Pediatric Rehabilitation, and Rehabilitation Psychology & Neuropsychology. Faculty provide clinical services across four UW Medicine campuses: Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake, University of Washington Medical Center-Northwest, and UW Eastside Specialty Center. More than 25 of our faculty are based at Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Veteran’s Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, which are UW Medicine-affiliated organizations. The Sports and Spine division provides care at seven clinics throughout the UW Medicine system.
The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is committed to continually building an inclusive culture; has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and believes that diversity fosters excellence.
Seattle is one of the most scenic and livable cities in the United States.
Qualifications
The successful candidates must
- have an academic doctoral degree (PhD or foreign equivalent) in a relevant field and a Physical Therapy degree or a post-professional doctoral degree in a related field, or foreign equivalent
- hold an active, unrestricted physical therapy license in any United States jurisdiction and be licensed or eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in the state of Washington
- have a record of collaborative administration experience
- have an established research program
- have a minimum of six years of full-time teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level, with a minimum of three years of full-time teaching experience in a physical therapist education program
- have regionally or nationally recognized clinical expertise
Instructions
Please upload the following required documents via this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/148069
- CV
- Cover letter
- Diversity statement that reflects your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as evidenced broadly in such areas as course content, hiring practice involvement, community service, etc.
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Names and addresses of four professional references who may be contacted by the committee for inquiries
Applications will be accepted for a minimum of 30 days and thereafter until the position is filled. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
For questions about the position, contact email ahrrehab@uw.edu, Attention: Director of Physical Therapy Division - RMI 20240206-02.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
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Disability Services
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