Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Physician Assistant Studies - MPAS Program (2 po...

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sam Houston State University (SHSU) invites qualified applications for an Instructional Faculty position at the Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank (12-month) in the MPAS Program. This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty role focused on teaching and program development.

Responsibilities include providing student instruction, coordinating clinical rotations, assisting with accreditation activities, mentoring learners, and collaborating with MPAS faculty to maintain ARC-PA

Formación

• Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited program (or MD/DO licensure in Texas).
• Experience in teaching physician assistant students and clinical rotations.
• Strong writing, mentoring, and service to program and university.

Responsabilidades

• Provide didactic and clinical instruction for MPAS students.
• Coordinate admissions and scheduling of clinical rotations.
• Assist with accreditation reports and program evaluation.

Conocimientos

Teaching

Clinical instruction

Curriculum development

Communication

Team collaboration

Educación

ARC-PA accredited program Master’s degree

MD/DO licensure (Texas)

Descripción del empleo

Position Title

Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Physician Assistant Studies - MPAS Program (2 positions)

Requisition

202600119F

Rank

Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Position Type

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College

College of Health Sciences

Department

Dept of Physician Assistants

Open Date

09/22/2026

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48454

Contact Name

Prof. Wilma Mealer

Title

Department Chair, Physician Assistant Studies and Athletic Training

Contact Phone

936-202-5539

Contact Email

[e-mail]

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The College of Health Sciences at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) is pleased to invite qualified applications for an Instructional Faculty position at the Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank (12-month appointment) in the proposed Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program. The Instructional Faculty will report to the Program Director and work closely with other MPAS faculty and staff to support the program’s mission and maintain compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards. Primary responsibilities include providing student instruction and teaching courses (didactic and/or clinical as assigned by the Program Director). The selected candidate will be responsible for administrative duties, including participating in the admission process, scheduling clinical rotations, and assisting the clinical team with program evaluation during the clinical phase. Duties will also include maintaining data and assessments to prepare reports for accreditation purposes. The faculty will be responsible for academic mentoring and advising of learners. The selected candidate will assist the Clinical Coordinator in delivering classroom learning experiences and clinical skills instruction on essential medical and clinical science topics, tailored to the individual’s qualifications. Collaboration with the Department Chair, Director of the MPAS Program, Medical Director, and other principal faculty members will be necessary to manage the curriculum effectively and ensure high-quality instruction.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Physician Assistant - Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited program. OR Physician – A Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy

Experience Required for the Position

All candidates should possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member. Must have knowledge and the ability to comply with accreditation standards related to evaluation and assessment. Physician Assistant with the following: Master’sdegree from an ARC-PA accredited program. Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Current license or eligibility for licensing as a physician assistant in the State of Texas. OR Physician with the following: A Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy with a full unrestricted MD license or eligibility to obtain such licensure in the State of Texas. OR Non-clinician Scientist or Health Professional with the following: Master’s degree or higher in a health- or science-related field.

Other Requirements for the Position

The selected candidate will maintain awareness of the PA profession and participate in service to the program, university, and healthcare profession. The MPAS Program at SHSU seeks faculty with strong teaching, clinical, scholarly, and service backgrounds. Candidates with experience teaching, mentoring, and advising students in higher education and professional healthcare programs are encouraged to apply. The SHSU student body comprises over 50% first-generation college students.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report