Adjunct Faculty - Physician Assistant Studies

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 136,382 - 148,780; Part time

Job summary

The New York Institute of Technology is looking for dynamic adjunct faculty within the Department of Physician Assistant Studies. Faculty will instruct Master of Science courses based on their expertise, involving in-person classes, student assessment, and cooperation with full-time educators to ensure high standards of medical education.

Applicants should have a relevant terminal or graduate degree, board certification, and a minimum of three years of related experience. This part-time role offers hourly rates starting from $99 to $108 based on rank.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of clinical or academic experience in the subject area being taught.
• Current board certification and licensure, if applicable, in the healthcare profession aligned with course content.
• Prior teaching or instructional experience in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned lectures or lab instruction in accordance with the course syllabus.
• Utilize NYIT’s Learning Management System (Canvas) to support course delivery.
• Assess student performance through exams, assignments, and observed competencies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Terminal degree or graduate degree in relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) seeks dynamic, experienced, and student-centered adjunct faculty to join our team. Adjunct faculty will teach in the didactic or clinical phase of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program, depending on area of expertise. This role includes in-person instruction, student assessment, and collaboration with full-time faculty to deliver high-quality, competency-based medical education. Reporting to the Program Director, adjunct faculty serve as content experts, educators, and professional role models who support student learning and academic success.

• Deliver assigned lectures or lab instruction in accordance with the course syllabus and program goals
• Integrate varied instructional methodologies to foster active learning and student engagement
• Utilize NYIT’s Learning Management System (Canvas) to support course delivery and communication
• Assess student performance through exams, assignments, and/or observed competencies
• Provide timely remediation and feedback to students in accordance with department policies
• Contribute to course and program-level assessment and quality improvement processes
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and grades
• Uphold academic integrity and ensure a supportive, inclusive learning environment
• Collaborate with course directors or the Director of Didactic Education on course materials and improvements
• Attend scheduled course-related meetings as requested by the course director or program administration
• Adhere to program policies, including academic integrity, assessment protocols, and grading timelines
• Hold office hours to meet with students outside of class to support learning

Qualifications

Terminal degree or graduate degree in a field relevant to the assigned course content (e.g., MS, PhD, MD, DO, PA-C, PharmD, or another applicable credential).

Current board certification and licensure, if applicable, in the healthcare profession aligned with course content.

Minimum of three years of clinical or academic experience in the subject area being taught.

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior teaching or instructional experience in higher education preferred.

Familiarity with ARC-PA accreditation standards

Experience using instructional technologies

Other Information

New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.

Adjunct Faculty offered hourly rate is contingent on applicable rank.

Minimum Salary

USD $99.00/Hr.

Maximum Salary

USD $108.00/Hr.