Full Professor / Associate Professor / Lecturer in Physical Therapy for Pediatrics

Job Description

The Faculty of Faculty of Physical Therapy invites applications for the following position effective September 2026/ February 2027

Duties & Responsibilities:

As a faculty member, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our faculty. Some of the key responsibilities include:

Delivering high-quality, innovative, and student-centered courses in both foundational and specialized areas of the degree program.
Participating in the preparation of the program for accreditation and other quality initiatives, ensuring excellence in education.
Engaging with stakeholders in the professional community to support teaching, research, and professional development as well as supporting building a network for internships and practical onsite training.
Collaborating with various committees at the program, faculty, and university level, actively contributing to the academic community.
Serving as a student advisor, providing guidance and support to students throughout their academic journey.
Contributing to the development of research capacity within the faculty, fostering a culture of inquiry and innovation.

Successful candidates will be responsible for teaching courses of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics, PT for Pediatric Surgeries.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

Be a qualified physiotherapist eligible for registration to practice in country and a member of the professional organization.
Experience across multiple areas of physiotherapy practice will be highly valued, especially specialized in Physical Therapy for Pediatrics.
Hold a PhD in physical therapy for Pediatrics, demonstrating expertise in area of specialization.
Showcase evidence of teaching excellence in the design, delivery, and evaluation of physiotherapy entry to practice education programs and courses.
Demonstrate a track record of research activity and outputs, including grants and peer-reviewed publications.
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong interpersonal abilities.
Versatility across various physiotherapy and health content-specific teaching areas will be highly considered.
Application Instructions

Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae including employment history, a statement outlining research and teaching interests, list of publications and names of at least three referees.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications by 30th of June 2026

For further information, please contact the Human Resources Department hr@giu-uni.de