Adjunct Faculty - Physician Assistant Studies

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; Village of Old Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

A private higher education institution in New York seeks adjunct faculty for the Master's program in Physician Assistant Studies. Responsibilities include delivering lectures, assessing student performance, and improving courses. Candidates need a relevant graduate degree, communication skills, and at least three years of experience. This role supports inclusive learning environments in a dynamic academic setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years clinical or academic experience in the subject area.
• Current board certification and licensure if applicable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures or labs according to syllabi.
• Assess student performance and provide feedback.
• Collaborate on course improvements.
• Maintain office hours and contribute to program development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Academic leadership

Education

Terminal or relevant graduate degree

Job description

Overview

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), founded in 1955, is a nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian higher education institution with campuses in New York City, Long Island, Jonesboro, Arkansas, and Vancouver, British Columbia, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in disciplines such as computer science, data science, cybersecurity, biology, health professions, medicine, architecture, design, engineering, IT, digital technologies, management, energy, and sustainability. With nearly 8,000 students and over 112,000 alumni worldwide, NYIT empowers graduates to innovate and solve 21st-century challenges. For more information, visit nyit.edu.

Responsibilities

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies at NYIT seeks experienced, student-centered adjunct faculty to teach in the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program, either in the didactic or clinical phase. Responsibilities include delivering lectures or labs, assessing student performance, providing feedback, collaborating with faculty, and supporting course and program improvement. Adjunct faculty serve as content experts, educators, and role models, reporting to the Program Director and participating in scheduled meetings.

• Deliver lectures or labs according to syllabi and goals
• Use instructional methods to promote active learning
• Utilize NYIT’s Learning Management System (Canvas)
• Assess student performance and provide feedback
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and grades
• Support an inclusive and academically honest environment
• Collaborate on course improvements
• Hold office hours for student support

Qualifications

Terminal or relevant graduate degree (e.g., MS, PhD, MD, DO, PA-C, PharmD), current board certification and licensure if applicable, with at least three years of clinical or academic experience in the subject area. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior teaching experience in higher education, familiarity with ARC-PA accreditation standards, and experience with instructional technologies.

Other Information

NYIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The salary range is commensurate with experience and responsibilities. The hourly rate for adjunct faculty depends on rank.

Salary Range

Details regarding minimum and maximum salary are provided in the official posting.