Adjunct Pool (2026-27) Physician Assistant Program

Point Loma Resources Ltd.; San Diego (CA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Point Loma Nazarene University seeks adjunct faculty for the pending graduate program (Master of Science in Medicine - Physician Assistant) to teach in anatomy, physiology, pharmacotherapeutics, cardiology, hematology/oncology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, orthopedics and related components.

Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses, participating in program activities, and involving students in research or professional experiences.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred; master's degree also accepted.
• Evidence of outstanding teaching as demonstrated in prior classroom or clinical teaching.
• Commitment to Christian liberal arts education and PLNU's religious goals.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses.
• Participate in institution and program activities as appropriate.
• Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate.

Skills

Teaching

Instructional strategies

Education

Doctoral degree preferred

Master's degree accepted

Job description

Job Summary

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.

Salary

PLNU adjunct pay: Using a 3-unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684. The units will determine the actual salary.

Job Status

Part time

Job Description

The Department of Physician Assistant Education is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions in the pending graduate program (Master of Science in Medicine - Physician Assistant) to teach courses in one or more of the following areas:

• Anatomy


• Physiology


• Pharmacotherapeutics (3 semester sequence)


• Cardiology


• Hematology/Oncology


• Pulmonology


• Gastroenterology


• Orthopedics and Rheumatology


• other courses or course components

RESPONSIBILITIES

Adjunct faculty members should have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective graduate teaching. PLNU will offer training through our Center for Teaching and Learning on effective pedagogy.

• Teach graduate courses


• Participate in institution and program activities as appropriate


• Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate preferred, master's accepted


• Potential for outstanding teaching as demonstrated by prior classroom or clinical teaching


• Philosophical: Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and a desire to work in a Christian university. Supportive of the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination.


• Personal: Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.

The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local \"Fair Chance\" laws.

About

At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.