Graduate Medical Physiology Instructor for PA Program

Alvernia University; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Alvernia University invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position to teach Medical Physiology within the Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (PA) Program in the College of Health Sciences. The successful candidate will provide graduate-level instruction integrating physiological principles with clinical application to support PA student development.

The instructor will deliver evidence-based teaching, develop assessments, provide timely feedback, maintain records, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Physiology, Biomedical Sciences, Anatomy and Physiology, Medicine, Physician Associate Studies, or related health sciences.
• Experience teaching medical physiology at the graduate and/or professional level is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in human physiology and its clinical application.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to excellence in graduate health professions education and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach Medical Physiology within the Physician Associate Program in accordance with approved curriculum objectives and course learning outcomes.
• Deliver graduate-level instruction through evidence-based teaching strategies, including lectures, case-based learning, active learning activities, and other instructional methodologies.
• Integrate foundational physiology concepts with clinical applications relevant to physician associate practice.
• Develop, administer, and evaluate assessments that measure student achievement of course objectives and learning outcomes.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support to students.
• Maintain accurate course records, including attendance and grades, in accordance with University policies.
• Collaborate with PA Program faculty to ensure curricular integration, appropriate sequencing of content, and continuous quality improvement.
• Participate in course evaluation and revision processes as needed.
• Maintain compliance with University policies and applicable accreditation standards.

Skills

Graduate-level teaching

Curriculum collaboration

Clinical physiology knowledge

Communication skills

Student mentorship

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Alvernia University invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position to teach Medical Physiology within the Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant (PA) Program in the College of Health Sciences. The successful candidate will provide graduate-level instruction integrating physiological principles with clinical application to support PA student development.

The instructor will deliver evidence-based teaching, develop assessments, provide timely feedback, maintain records, and