Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Physician Assistant Program

Principal Faculty members are responsible for the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the didactic and clinical components of the Physician Assistant curriculum. This full-time, 12-month position includes teaching, student advising, assessment, program evaluation, and participation in accreditation and service activities. The role supports the academic success and professional development of PA students while ensuring alignment with ARC-PA standards. The primary purpose of this position is to contribute to the program's mission by fostering educational excellence and preparing students for clinical practice.

This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Responsible for delivering high-quality instruction across the didactic and possibly clinical phases of the program, including facilitating lectures, small group sessions, and skills labs.
• Provide remedial instruction when needed and may serve as course directors, managing course organization, lecture scheduling, and student assessment.
• Course directors analyze student performance data, generate course reports, and support learners through academic counseling and referrals when appropriate.
• Utilize appropriate instructional technologies and tools to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Contribute to the broader mission of the Program, College and University by serving on committees, participating in service initiatives, and supporting community engagement efforts.
• Participate in the admissions process by supporting the review of applications and participating in interview days for prospective Physician Assistant students
• May include occasional evening commitments for outreach events with prospective PA students and weekend responsibilities for admissions fairs and interview day.
• Provide academic advising, mentorship, and counseling to students throughout the program.
• Support student success by monitoring academic progress, offering timely feedback, and coordinating with the Student Success Committee when concerns arise.
• Engage in scholarly activities such as research, publications, and professional presentations.
• Maintain clinical and professional expertise through ongoing development, licensure, and certification. Participation in grant-related work and staying informed about advances in PA education and clinical practice are also components of this responsibility.

.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Instructional Delivery and Curriculum Development
• Student Advisement and Mentorship
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills

• Master’s Degree
• PAs need a current NCCPA board certification or emeritus certification status. Non-PA applicants, in healthcare specialties, must hold board certification relevant to their field.
• Licensed or eligible to practice in the State of Arizona
• Minimum of 2 years patient care experience in certified profession
  
  

• Doctoral degree and 3 years of teaching experience, preferably in PA education.