Faculty PA Program Educator & Curriculum Leader

Johnson & Wales University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Wales University in Providence is seeking an experienced PA program faculty member to help deliver the curriculum and supervise student learning in a 12-month calendar-based program. The role collaborates with the program director, faculty and staff to uphold accreditation standards and the program's mission.

The position emphasizes curriculum development, student assessment, advising, and participation in meetings and program activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physician assistant studies, medical science or pharmaceutical degree from an accredited program.
• Clinical experience working as a physician assistant, physician or pharmacist.
• Current NCCPA Certification, board certification (MD or DO) or pharmacist certification.
• Valid physician assistant, physician or pharmacist license for the State of Rhode Island or eligibility to obtain such licensure.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the program director, faculty and staff to ensure an educational environment that reflects the PA program's mission and accreditation standards.
• Prepares and delivers current curriculum using diverse teaching methods and standardized tools.
• Measures student understanding of course content and maintains accurate attendance and achievement records.
• Distributes syllabi with objectives, texts, attendance policies and evaluation criteria.
• Maintains regular office hours for student consultation and guidance.
• References students to university resources for information, financial aid, career development and other support.
• Mentors students at risk of failure and participates in remedial instruction.
• Updates program handbooks and participates in faculty and committee meetings.
• Participates in student orientation, admissions events, open houses and related activities.
• Supports extracurricular activities and advises student groups.
• Involves in admissions decisions and contributes to curriculum design in accordance with ARC-PA standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in physician assistant studies / medical science / pharmaceutical degree

Job description

Johnson & Wales University in Providence is seeking an experienced PA program faculty member to help deliver the curriculum and supervise student learning in a 12-month calendar-based program. The role collaborates with the program director, faculty and staff to uphold accreditation standards and the program's mission.

The position emphasizes curriculum development, student assessment, advising, and participation in meetings and program activities.