Chair/Director, Associate/Full Professor of Physical Therapy Print Chair/Director, Associate/Full Professor of Physical Therapy Salary Negotiable Location Montgomery, AL Job Type Full-time Faculty Job Number FAC-26-0000 SH&A 1 PT Department Academic Affairs Division College of Health Sciences Opening Date 06/25/2026 Description Benefits Job Description Alabama State University, in partnership with the national search
firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair/Director, Associate/Full Professor of Physical Therapy. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to guide and advance a graduate program within the College of Health Sciences at one of the nation’s oldest historically Black colleges and universities. The successful candidate will join a mission-driven,
student-centered academic environment committed to academic excellence, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, and community engagement while helping prepare compassionate health care professionals equipped to serve diverse and underserved populations. With small program sizes, strong opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deep emphasis on student success, the position
offers the opportunity to shape the future of graduate health professions education while making a meaningful impact through leadership, teaching, scholarship, program development, and clinical partnership engagement.Reporting to the Dean of the College of Health Sciences, the Chair/Director serves as the chief administrator of the department and provides academic and administrative leadership for the graduate
program, faculty, staff, and students. The successful applicant will direct, plan, and coordinate all departmental activities; foster excellence in teaching, research, professional development, and service; support faculty recruitment and development; assist with strengthening relationships with clinical partners; and lead initiatives related to student recruitment and program growth. This full-time, 12-month
position includes a one-course teaching reduction per academic semester and offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and mission-driven institution with a rich history, vibrant campus culture, and growing presence in health sciences education.Duties and Responsibilities:· Promote the development of the program.· Create and implement the program’s mission, vision, philosophy, and strategic plan in
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