PA Program Director — Curriculum Leadership & Accreditation

1000scholars; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a non-tenure line Assistant Professor/PA Program Director to lead the PA Program, oversee the strategic plan and curriculum design, and supervise program operations.

The role requires strong academic leadership and experience with ARC-PA accreditation processes, teaching, and program development to advance educational excellence in the PA program.

Qualifications

• Must have graduate from an accredited PA program and a master’s degree.
• Licensed or eligible for PA licensure with prescriptive authority in PA.
• Minimum 3 years of patient care experience as a PA in a clinical setting.
• 3+ years of academic leadership and teaching experience; ARC-PA background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, vision, and oversight for the PA Program.
• Oversee the program's strategic plan and curriculum design.
• Lead reaccreditation efforts with ARC-PA and ensure ongoing compliance.

Skills

Academic leadership

Teaching experience

ARC-PA accreditation experience

Clinical patient care experience

Education

Master's Degree in related field

PA licensure eligibility with prescriptive authority

Job description

Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a non-tenure line Assistant Professor/PA Program Director to lead the PA Program, oversee the strategic plan and curriculum design, and supervise program operations.

The role requires strong academic leadership and experience with ARC-PA accreditation processes, teaching, and program development to advance educational excellence in the PA program.