Full Time Instructor/Associate Professor, FSM Physician Assistant Program

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement programs

Professional development programs

Job summary

Top 2 Percent Scientists is seeking a Full-Time Instructor/Associate Professor for their Physician Assistant Program. The position is focused on teaching, clinical education, and program development, with responsibilities including year-round teaching, curriculum planning, and student advisement.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant advanced degree, be a graduate of an accredited PA program, and possess national PA certification. The salary ranges from $114,000 to $159,000 annually, complemented by Northwestern University’s comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree from a regionally accredited university in a discipline relevant to PA education.
• Graduate of an accredited PA program or medical school.
• National PA certification.
• Eligible for Illinois state licensure to practice as a PA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver year-round teaching and advisement of PA students.
• Participate in student admissions and program evaluation.
• Support ongoing program accreditation.
• Engage in scholarship and professional development activities.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate student clinical rotations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Clinical education

Program development

Scholarship and research

Education

Master's or doctoral degree

Graduate of an accredited PA program or medical school

National PA certification

Eligibility for Illinois state licensure

Job description

Full-Time Instructor/Associate Professor, FSM Physician Assistant Program

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $114,000 – $159,000 per year

Posted: 11/20/2025

Category: Physician Assistants

Department: The Physician Assistant (PA) Program within the Department of Medical Education at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

The PA Program seeks a full‑time Clinician‑Educator at the rank of Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor. This is a non‑tenure‑eligible faculty position focused on excellence in teaching, clinical education, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver year‑round teaching, assessment, and advisement of PA students in both didactic and clinical phases of the curriculum.
• Participate in student admissions, program evaluation, and curriculum planning.
• Support ongoing program accreditation through continuous review and assessment.
• Engage in scholarship, research, and professional development activities.
• Contribute to the program’s clinical training curriculum, including development, implementation, and evaluation of student clinical rotations.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s or doctoral degree from a regionally accredited university in a discipline relevant to PA education.
• Graduate of an accredited PA program or medical school.
• National PA certification.
• Eligible for Illinois state licensure to practice as a PA.

Preferred

• Demonstrated teaching experience in a college/university‑based PA program.
• Experience with problem‑based learning.

Compensation

• Base salary range: $114,000 – $159,000 per year.
• The final offer will reflect factors such as experience, qualifications, years since terminal degree, training, departmental budget, internal comparators, and external market standards.

Benefits

Northwestern University provides competitive benefits, including health, retirement, and professional development programs. Learn more at Northwestern Benefits.

Application Process

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter detailing interest and alignment with the position
• Completed References Form suggesting individuals who can provide letters of recommendation

Additional Information

• Northwestern University strongly recommends COVID‑19 vaccinations and boosters.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status.

Candidates requesting accommodations during the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.