PA Program Director & Admissions Leader

Saint Peter's University; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision discount plan

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition Remission

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Legal plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

Saint Peter’s University in New Jersey seeks a dynamic Associate Program Director, Director of Admissions and Student Affairs, and Clinical Assistant Professor for the Physician Assistant Studies Program. The role combines leadership, curriculum development, and student affairs across teaching and program administration.

The position emphasizes accreditation readiness, student support, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an ARC-PA accredited program.
• Current NCCPA certification and eligibility for New Jersey licensure as a PA.
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience and three years in PA education.
• Familiarity with ARC-PA accreditation processes and standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience in a clinical or academic setting.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide program leadership and administration with PA Program leadership team.
• Oversee PA Program admissions, interviews, and candidate evaluation.
• Lead curriculum development, teaching, assessment, and course coordination.
• Assist with accreditation activities including ARC-PA submissions and site visits.
• Engage in university, professional, and community service initiatives.
• Support student advising, mentoring, remediation, and progression.

Skills

Leadership

NCCPA certification

NJ PA licensure

ARC-PA accreditation

Curriculum design

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Saint Peter’s University in New Jersey seeks a dynamic Associate Program Director, Director of Admissions and Student Affairs, and Clinical Assistant Professor for the Physician Assistant Studies Program. The role combines leadership, curriculum development, and student affairs across teaching and program administration.

The position emphasizes accreditation readiness, student support, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners.