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Director, Master of Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies Program
Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) seeks a motivated, experienced leader in healthcare education to serve as the next director of its MS in Physician Assistant Studies program. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in both academic program administration and PA practice.
Position Overview
As Director of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant program, you will be responsible for the comprehensive leadership of this dynamic healthcare education program launched in fall 2023 and now welcoming its third cohort of students. The NDMU PA program has earned accreditation-provisional from ARC-PA and is now in the midst of a thorough and thoughtful self-study process including site visit (mid-August 2025). The director’s role encompasses planning, development, implementation, organization, administration, evaluation, and ensuring the general effectiveness of our PA program while maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Administration
- Provide visionary leadership for ongoing program evaluation, curriculum development, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Supervise and evaluate key program personnel including Medical Director, Academic Director, Clinical Director, principal faculty, instructional faculty, and support staff
- Lead department-wide strategic planning and assessment processes
- Manage all organizational and administrative aspects of the PA program
- Achieve and maintain ARC-PA accreditation standards
- Foster a climate of academic excellence that supports student, faculty, and staff success
- Ensure program compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements
Student Services & Academic Leadership
- Organize and lead comprehensive admission processes, including recruitment, selection, and matriculation activities
- Provide mentorship and academic advising to students, serving as mediator for academic issues when necessary
- Contribute to curriculum instruction as appropriate
Faculty Development & External Relations
- Guide and support faculty in pursuing professional development opportunities to advance their instructional and administrative capabilities
- Represent the program to various professional, clinical, and academic constituencies
- Collaborate effectively with university academic support services
- Allocate and monitor annual program budgets
Qualifications
- Master's degree required; Doctorate preferred
- NCCPA certification and eligibility for Maryland licensure with board certification
- Minimum three years of clinical experience as a practicing physician assistant
- Minimum two years of experience in academic administration. Previous experience as a PA Program Director preferred.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Strong planning, administrative, and organizational capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to establish relationships with local, regional, and national professional organizations
Join our commitment to excellence in physician assistant education and help shape the next generation of healthcare providers.
Notre Dame of Maryland University is committed to building a faculty and staff that reflects the composition of our diverse student body. To that end, we especially encourage applications from those traditionally underrepresented in academia.
Please submit a cv, cover letter and the names of 3 references to . Review of applications will begin immediately. Anticipated start date for this position is January 5, 2026
The University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all employees who work at least 30 hours per week:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
- Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
- Retirement Plan through TIAA
- University paid Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy, and Short and Long Term Disability
- Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 14-16 Paid Holidays each year
Additional Information:
Notre Dame of Maryland University does not discriminate in offering equal access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or protected veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy: Greg FitzGerald, Chief of Staff, Notre Dame of Maryland University, 4701 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210, 410-532-5109.
For all other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at 410-532-5898 or human_resources@ndm.edu. Notre Dame of Maryland University is an EEO employer.
Salary : $175,000 - $180,000