Assistant/Associate/Professor - SUNY, Upstate Medical University
The Department of Physical Therapy Education at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, invites applications from qualified candidates to join our core faculty in an open rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full) Professor position. This position is full-time, 12-month, and tenure eligible. Teaching responsibilities will include course development and instruction of didactic courses in content areas related to the applicant’s area of expertise.
Research activities will include implementation of a rigorous research agenda, dissemination of research findings, and student mentorship. Service activity will be consistent with the mission of Upstate Medical University, the College of Health Professions (CHP), and the Department of Physical Therapy Education.
The successful candidate will meet the following requirements:
1. New York State Physical Therapy License or eligible
2. Academic doctorate (PhD, EdD, or DSc required), ABD will also be considered
3. Contemporary clinical expertise
The preferred candidate will have clinical and teaching expertise in pediatrics, acute care and/or other specialty area, an established scholarly agenda with extramural research funding (or that is competitive for such funding), a proven track record of excellence in an academic position, and professional leadership experience. Candidates will be considered at a commensurate title/salary, and competitive start-up funding is available.
The Department of Physical Therapy Education uses innovative education, scholarship, and service to inspire students and clinicians to become physical therapy leaders. We have faculty with excellence in teaching, professional service, scholarship, and clinical practice. Faculty and students benefit from a small class size, collaborative teaching assignments, and academic buildings with dedicated teaching and lab space.
Located in the dynamic University Hill neighborhood, SUNY Upstate Medical is the largest employer in the region and a driver of the regional economy. With close proximity to the Finger Lakes and Adirondack regions, Syracuse’s strategic location allows easy access to major eastern metropolitan areas. SUNY Upstate is committed to growth and service to the surrounding communities as demonstrated by the new Nappi Wellness Institute, updated CHP Silverman Hall, Upstate Cancer Center, and expansion of outpatient PT services.
The University’s four health-oriented Colleges allow access to numerous research and clinical resources with ample opportunities for interprofessional collaboration. Upstate has surpassed the research growth of all other SUNY campuses, with a 23% growth in research expenditures in 2024, reaching nearly $55 million in annual expenditures. University Hospital is a Stroke Center of Excellence, the region's only Level I Trauma Center and provides regional pediatric care through the Golisano Children's Hospital, Clark Burn Center, and Golisano Center for Special Needs. The Upstate Simulation Center is an ideal environment for teaching or research and comprises approximately 8600 square feet of space and includes 6 acute care rooms with ample debriefing space.
Application review is ongoing to find an ideal fit between candidate and department. We invite you to submit your application by applying here. If you would like more information, please contact the chairs of the search committee, Dr. Darryl Young youngdar@upstate.edu and Dr. Julie Lombardi lombarju@upstate.edu.