Title: Faulty (Tenure-Track)
Position Type: Academic
Department: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science
Closing Date: Screening Begins 10/26/2009 and will continue until the position is filled
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Primary Functions

The School of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science at The University of Montana invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position available Fall 2010. As a new faculty member, you would be joining nine others in a dynamic school with faculty who are committed to academic excellence.

  • The primary responsibility is to lead a research initiative within their area of expertise and seek appropriate extramural funding.
  • Responsibility includes instruction, with expectations in service and scholarly activity commensurate with overall assignment.
  • Additional responsibilities include teaching and service commensurate with overall assignment.
  • Projected needs in teaching include; anatomy, pediatrics, and/or aspects of neurorehabilitation.

    For more visit: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science

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    Qualifications

  • The position requires an earned post-professional research doctoral degree in Physical Therapy or related area, a record of scholarly activity, and teaching experience.
  • Prior teaching and a minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience is preferred.
  • A degree in physical therapy with eligibility for PT licensure in Montana is preferred but not required.
    • Program Overview/Environment

    The University of Montana is a unit of the Montana University System with a student enrollment of 14,000 and 600 full time faculty members. Missoula, a community of 75,000 is described as having a blend of small-town charm and big-city sophistication. The University of Montana has been called the "Most scenic campus in America" by Rolling Stone Magazine, and rated as "Among the top 10 colleges nationally for combining academic quality and outdoor recreation" by Outside Magazine.

    For more on Missoula visit: http://missoula.montana.com
    How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    If interested, the applicant should send a letter describing their interest in and their qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, official transcripts of all graduate work and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references.

    Materials may be mailed, emailed or faxed to:

    Charles Leonard, PT, PhD
    School of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science
    The University of Montana
    Missoula, MT 59812

    406.243.2710 - office
    406.243.2795 - fax
    charles.leonard@umontana.edu

    Please include the following forms with your application materials:

  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification
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    Notices & Disclaimers

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

    ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

    References
    *References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.

    Testing
    Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.