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Associate Professor - Physical Therapy

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 25, 2025
Associate Professor - Physical Therapy Associate Professor - Physical Therapy Hiring Department: Physical Therapy Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1037517 Posting Close Date: December 11, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $145,000 to $160,000 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The appointment as Associate Professor will have a primary role in the Doctor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Program and Physical Therapy Faculty Practice; teaching and mentoring students and overseeing patient care in the Medical Exercise Therapy (MET) Clinic. Duties & Responsibilities Teach courses within the Doctor of Clinical Exercise Physiology program and the Healthy Living Practitioner Certificate. Oversee students providing exercise interventions within the Medical Exercise Therapy Clinic and have regular meetings to review the updates on the program and patient progress. Manage the Physical Therapy Faculty Practice's Cardiac Rehabilitation and Exercise Stress Testing program's database. Analyze and disseminate findings through manuscripts and conference presentations. Mentor students in the Doctor of Clinical Exercise Physiology program Manage collaborative clinical and research projects. Manage day-to-day office operations. Interview, hire, orient, lead, mentor, and evaluate staff to meet departmental and organizational needs. Perform other duties as assigned Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications PhD in Exercise Science or related field Previous experience in development and delivery of exercise in patients with chronic diseases Previous experience as an educator in the class, laboratory or clinical setting Preferred Qualifications Record of scholarship (i.e., peer reviewed publications and/or extramural funding Application Procedures: To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references through the UIC Careers portal at https://uic.csod.com. For fullest consideration, apply by December 11, 2025 The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17402?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e0a3ef36b22c424198e23c65aa75e68e