Description

Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy – Cardiopulmonary
Lincoln Memorial University | Knoxville, Tennessee

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at its Knoxville, Tennessee, location.

LMU is seeking a collaborative educator and clinician with expertise in cardiopulmonary physical therapy to join our DPT faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to the program’s mission through teaching, scholarship, and service while helping prepare the next generation of physical therapists.

Primary teaching responsibilities will include cardiopulmonary and geriatric physical therapy content within the graduate curriculum. Candidates with expertise in two or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

Cardiopulmonary dysfunction and rehabilitation
Acute care
Wound care
Pediatrics
Geriatrics

Required Qualifications
DPT or BSPT/MSPT with an academic doctorate
Current Tennessee physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure prior to beginning teaching duties
Minimum of three years of clinical experience as a physical therapist
Minimum of two years of teaching experience in a clinical or college-level setting
Relevant clinical expertise
Strong commitment to student learning, collaboration, and professional excellence

Preferred Qualifications
Academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD, DHSc, or related degree); ABD candidates will be considered
Previous teaching experience in a DPT program
ABPTS Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in a relevant specialty area

Anticipated start date: No later than July 1, 2027

Join a collaborative faculty committed to excellence in physical therapy education, scholarship, service, and student success.

View the complete position description and apply through Lincoln Memorial University:
https://careers.lmunet.edu/postings/45841

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Required Qualifications
DPT or BSPT/MSPT with an academic doctorate
Current Tennessee physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure prior to beginning teaching duties
Minimum of three years of clinical experience as a physical therapist
Minimum of two years of teaching experience in a clinical or college-level setting
Relevant clinical expertise
Strong commitment to student learning, collaboration, and professional excellence

Preferred Qualifications
Academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, ScD, DHSc, or related degree); ABD candidates will be considered
Previous teaching experience in a DPT program
ABPTS Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in a relevant specialty area