PA Studies Program Director — Leadership & Accreditation

westlibertyuniversity; West Liberty (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

West Liberty University invites applications for a Program Director of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. This 12-month, tenure-track faculty position reports to the Dean of the College of Sciences and carries administrative responsibilities within the PA program.

The successful candidate will oversee program administration, assessment, curriculum alignment with ARC-PA standards, recruitment and admissions coordination, and annual reporting.

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time higher education experience in a PA program.
• Master’s degree minimum.
• Current or emeritus NCCPA certification.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in West Virginia.
• Knowledge of the physician assistant accreditation process.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to the PA program and supervise faculty and staff.
• Oversee program administration, assessments, and ARC-PA compliance.
• Coordinate admissions, curriculum development, and graduate evaluations.
• Prepare annual evaluation reports for the Provost/Dean.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree

Graduation from an accredited PA program

Job description

West Liberty University invites applications for a Program Director of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. This 12-month, tenure-track faculty position reports to the Dean of the College of Sciences and carries administrative responsibilities within the PA program.

The successful candidate will oversee program administration, assessment, curriculum alignment with ARC-PA standards, recruitment and admissions coordination, and annual reporting.