FACULTY POSITION

School of Physical Therapy

Appointment Type and Rank: Limited-Term – Lecturer or Assistant Professor

Number of Positions: One

Posting Date: May 6, 2026

Closing Date to Apply: June 8, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2026 or as negotiated

Compensation: $97,000 to $120,000 annually

Position Profile: The School of Physical Therapy (SPT) at Western University invites applications for a Limited-Term faculty appointment to contribute to teaching and program development across the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) and Advanced Health Care Practice (AHCP) programs, with particular emphasis in the Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) Field. The appointment will begin July 1, 2026 (or as negotiated) as a two-year, renewable Limited-Term position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, with salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Academic Expectations: The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and curriculum development across the MPT and AHCP programs, particularly within the SEM Field. Responsibilities include designing and delivering lectures, seminars, and laboratory-based instruction that integrate advanced clinical reasoning, applied clinical skills, and evidence-informed practice. This is a teaching focused appointment with workload assigned accordingly.

A central component of this role involves leading and supporting experiential and distance-learning opportunities that bridge academic learning with real-world clinical environments. The candidate will contribute to the design, delivery, and assessment of advanced professional competencies within an interprofessional healthcare curriculum and support learners from diverse professional and academic backgrounds enrolled in the AHCP-SEM program. In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of musculoskeletal content in the MPT program, which is taught using a case-based educational model.

The position also includes service contributions that support the School of Physical Therapy, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and Western University. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to advancing the School’s research objectives and contributing to a collaborative and scholarly academic environment.

Qualifications or Experience and Skills Required:

The ideal candidate will –

1. Hold an entry-to-practice physiotherapy degree;
2. Be registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario upon commencement of the appointment;
3. Have completed a master’s or doctoral degree in a related field;
4. Be a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists (CAMPT),
5. Have extensive experience in clinical environments, including sporting events, caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions and managing sports-related injuries; experience in an advanced practice role and/or working clinically in an inter-professional team-based setting will be considered an asset;
6. Have excellent leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills as demonstrated through prior roles,
7. Have experience in program and curriculum development;
8. Have experience developing and delivering university-level courses across diverse learning environments and demonstrated ability to incorporate student-centred pedagogical approaches that support learners at both entry-to-practice and advanced practice levels.

Candidates must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and show evidence of contributing to equity, diversity, and inclusion within academic or professional settings. The University welcomes applications from individuals committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and contributing positively to the broader academic community.

Compensation Details: Salary for this position will be $97,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package. Further details can be accessed at: https://www.uwo.ca/hr/benefits/your_benefits/faculty.html

Affirmation Policy Statement: Western, like many postsecondary institutions in Canada, is moving beyond sole reliance upon Indigenous self-identification in its hiring processes. This is to safeguard against the use of incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information in circumstances in which a candidate has made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership. Candidates who are invited for an interview or who are short-listed, and who have made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership for material advantage at Western, including where required or preferred for the position, will be asked to have their declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership affirmed through a relational accountability process, led by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII), that is consistent with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Please contact the OII directly for details on the affirmation processes: https://indigenous.uwo.ca/. The policy can be viewed at: POLICY 1.58 – Affirming Declarations of Indigenous Citizenship or Membership at Western University.

The School of Physical Therapy, one of seven Schools in the Faculty of Health Sciences, is a research-intensive unit with innovative professional and graduate programs. The School is home to the MPT program, a fully accredited entry-to-practice physiotherapy program built around an experiential, case-based curriculum that integrates foundational knowledge with clinical reasoning and applied skills. The program prepares students to seek licensure to practice physiotherapy in Canada in a wide range of practice settings. The School leads three fields of study in the Master of Clinical Science in Advanced Healthcare Practice program. The AHCP graduate program offers a one-year (three-term), course-based master’s degree designed for experienced healthcare professionals seeking graduate-level education in a clinical specialty. The program employs contemporary educational approaches and integrates advanced clinical practice with critical appraisal of research evidence to support high-level clinical decision-making.

Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff, and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence, and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.

London is a major city in southwestern Ontario, known as “The Forest City,” for its abundant parks, tree-lined streets, and extensive natural spaces. Situated at the confluence of the Thames and North Thames Rivers, it lies roughly halfway between Toronto and Detroit. With a population approaching 450,000, London serves as a regional hub for healthcare, education, culture, and economic activity. It is home to Western University, Fanshawe College, and several major hospitals, making it a centre for medical research and higher education. The city features a vibrant arts scene, numerous museums, festivals, and heritage sites, offering many amenities of a larger urban centre while maintaining a strong community feel.

To Apply: Applicants are invited to submit a complete application package, as a SINGLE PDF file, containing:

• Application for Full-Time Faculty Position form (https://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/careers/full-time-application-form-new.pdf)
• Cover letter that outlines their interest and qualifications for the role, and a statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in relation to their academic activities (maximum 2 pages)
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching dossier
• Names and contact information of three academic referees

The application package can be submitted via email to:

Dr. Siobhan Schabrun, Acting Director

School of Physical Therapy

Faculty of Health Sciences

Western University

London, Ontario, Canada N6G 1H1

sschabru@uwo.ca

Please quote number HS-297on all correspondence for this position.

This is a new position.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communications skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact sschabru@uwo.ca