What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Assistant Professor position at University of North Texas - Denton?
Title: Adjunct Assistant Professor
Employee Classification: Adjunct Asst Professor -Hourly
Campus: University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth
Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP
Sub Division-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med
Department: HSC-Physician Assistant Studies-300840
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
Founded in 1997 and located in the heart of Fort Worth's Cultural District for more than 25 years, the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at HSC is home to the Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program. Our program has a long history of preparing skilled, compassionate physician assistants who make a meaningful impact in their communities. Through a commitment to academic excellence, Interprofessional Education, and hands-on experiential learning, students gain the knowledge, confidence, and clinical experience needed to succeed in one of the nation's top healthcare professions. Strong performance on the national certifying exam reflects our dedication to student success and preparing graduates to excel as healthcare providers.
Position Overview
This position supports the Physician Assistant Studies Program through a combination of teaching, student assessment, admissions participation, and departmental service. The faculty member will assist course directors in delivering high-quality didactic and clinical instruction, evaluating student performance, and grading assignments, examinations, and clinical activities.
Responsibilities include teaching and demonstrating clinical skills in classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning environments; delivering lectures and facilitating learning activities as assigned; and providing educational support across multiple courses within the curriculum. The individual will also contribute to student recruitment efforts by participating in applicant interviews and admissions selection processes. In addition, the faculty member will collaborate with program leadership and fellow faculty on a variety of departmental initiatives, accreditation-related activities, committee work, and other program responsibilities as needed. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student success, academic excellence, and the continued growth and development of the Physician Assistant Studies Program.
Minimum Qualifications
- A master's degree in PA Studies or a related field is required.
- Three or more years of highly relevant, full-time professional experience to be considered for the Assistant Professor position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate the PA profession's competencies to other in an educational setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in higher education is preferred but not required.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
- Applicants must currently hold or be eligible for PA licensure in the State of Texas.
- Current NCCPA certification is required.
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
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