Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Physician Assistant Studies

Kean University; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Clinical Faculty member for its Physician Assistant Studies program. This full-time, tenure-track position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the education of future healthcare providers. The role involves teaching, student advisement, and engaging in research activities. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and a passion for fostering student success. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration in a vibrant academic environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Research Release Time

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited program.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical foundational courses and evaluate student progress.
• Participate in scholarship and program assessment.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Research and Publication

Curriculum Development

Student Advisement

Proficiency in Learning Management Systems

Education

Master's Degree

Doctoral Degree

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Kean University in Union, New Jersey, has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of more than 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Kean’s mission is to provide an affordable, accessible, and world-class education that prepares students to think and respond critically and creatively in a rapidly changing world.

The University continues its legacy as a top producer of teachers in New Jersey and is a growing educational hub in the fields of business, health care, and technology. Its six colleges – the College of Business and Public Management; the College of Education; the College of Liberal Arts; the Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics and Technology; Michael Graves College; and the College of Health Professions and Human Services – offer more than 50 undergraduate programs and over 70 options for graduate study, leading to master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, or professional diplomas and certifications.

The University is also a higher education innovator within New Jersey, partnering with Ocean County College in Toms River and Brookdale Community College in Lincroft to provide access for students to earn a bachelor’s degree from Kean. The Kean Skylands campus, located in Jefferson Township, is designed to serve as an outdoor living laboratory for scientific study and other classroom and field instruction.

Kean faculty are recognized for teaching distinction, scholarship, and service. We are excited to grow our faculty and invite applications for a new tenure-track faculty position starting in 2025. The position is a twelve-month, full-time, tenure-track Clinical Faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Teaching assignments may be at any of Kean’s New Jersey locations – Union, Ocean, Princeton, Skylands, or Kean Online – and may include day, evening, and weekend courses. Evening hours are required based on department needs.

All tenure-track faculty are expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, ongoing research and publication or creative activities, curriculum development, student advisement, and service at various levels. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is also required, in line with University guidelines.

College of Health Professions and Human Services, Department of Physician Assistant Studies

Physician Assistant Studies (12-Month Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor) - The M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies program graduates PAs who provide evidence-based, equitable healthcare to diverse populations and value service and lifelong learning. Responsibilities include teaching clinical foundational courses, evaluating student progress, participating in scholarship, program assessment, advising students, maintaining office hours, and collaborating with faculty and administration. Teaching in other areas may be required depending on program needs and faculty expertise. Faculty may also apply for research release time and external grants.

Qualifications: Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited program; Master’s or Doctoral degree; minimum of three years of clinical experience; licensed or license-eligible in New Jersey; current NCCPA certification. Teaching experience is preferred.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, teaching philosophy statement, and contact information for three references. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Official transcripts are required before appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A benefits package is included. Benefits

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