Part-Time Instructor | Physician Assistant Studies (Multiple Positions)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 15,000 - 25,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking part-time instructors for the North Carolina A&T State University Physician Assistant Studies program.

The role involves teaching, advising, research, curriculum development, and coordination across didactic and clinical phases. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s Degree (doctorate preferred), PA program graduation, and at least 2 years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree required; Doctorate preferred.
Effective communication (oral and written).
Strong organizational, planning and time-management skills.
2+ years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Support didactic and clinical year curriculum and assessment tools.
Facilitate data-driven curricular changes and feedback loops.
Manage student learning activities and advising.
Coordinate assessment and evaluation processes; communicate results and action plans.
Maintain records of student performance and program competencies.
Attend monthly faculty, curriculum, and program events.
Manage Learning Management System course shell and course coordination.
Contribute to curriculum development and course design.
Engage in scholarly activities and collaboration with healthcare community.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Advising

Curriculum development

Course design

Assessment

Education

Master’s Degree

Graduate from an accredited PA program

Tools

Microsoft Office

REDCAP

Basecamp

Box

ExamSoft

Exxat

Job description

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The developing Physician Assistant (PA) Program at North Carolina A & T State University is seeking (3) Part-Time Instructors to teach, research, advise, and perform other responsibilities as delegated by the Program Director in the Physician Assistant program. This is a temporary position that reports to the Program Director.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide student-centered teaching and clinical instruction of master’s-level Physician Assistant (PA) students. Part Time faculty in this role will provide student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, engage in program assessment accreditation-related procedures. The ideal candidate will be expected to (i) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in curriculum development, instruction, and/or course coordination in the didactic and/or clinical phase of the program; (ii) it is expected that the faculty member will be effective in the areas of course design, course delivery, and evaluation (iii) supervise and support physician assistant students in independent research projects.

Essential functions of the Principal Faculty include but are not limited to:

Support the didactic and clinical year curriculum.
Support didactic and clinical year assessment tools and facilitate data-driven curricular change.
Support student learning activities in attaining the program’s academic competency standards.
Coordinate assessment and evaluation processes and ensure feedback and action plans are communicated in a timely manner.
Support orientation of students, and aid in maintaining policies and procedures related to the pre-clinical/clinical year.
Maintain records regarding student performance, attainment of program competencies, and evaluations associated with academic performance.
Maintain a working knowledge of the following applications: Office (excel, word, PowerPoint), Redcap, Basecamp, Box, Exam Soft, Exxat.
Maintain a working knowledge of the ARC -PA standards and ensure their compliance with the curriculum.
Participate in the admissions process (file review, interviewing, student selection)
Attend monthly Faculty Meetings.
Attend monthly Curriculum Meetings.
Attend and participate in the annual program retreat.
Attend and participate in all program events including Orientation, White Coat Ceremony, Graduation, and alumni events.
Work closely with the program director to ensure the accuracy of program reporting and perform any other duties and responsibilities as delegated and defined by the PA Program Director.
Model professional and ethical behavior.

Additional Responsibilities :

Develop curriculum, provide instruction, develop assessments, revise curricula and engage in plans for student enrichment activities and remediation.
Develop syllabi for assigned program courses.
Manage Learning Management System course shell.
Facilitation of small group in team taught courses.
Coordination of instruction.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Remain abreast of developments in the field by reading current body of literature, engaging with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations on the local, regional and/or national level stage.
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional peer reviewed journals, books, or electronic media and secure grant funding.
Collaborate with members of the healthcare community to improve programs, to develop new programs, and to provide students with access to learning opportunities.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A & T State University is a public land grant high research institution that is committed to teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. As the largest HBCU in the nation, our enrollment is over 13,487 students and our workforce includes over 2,000 employees. North Carolina A & T State University offers over 90-degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight academic colleges. The University is one of the sixteen constituent units of the University of North Carolina (UNC ) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ). The strategic vision, preeminence 2023, focuses the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a learner-centered environment.

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences ( HCHHS ) comprises six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs including the Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPA ), Master of Social Work ( MSW ), Master of Science in Health Psychology and Ph.D. in Social Work. Three additional doctoral programs are being developed; Doctor of Nurse Practice ( DNP ), PhD in Applied Psychology, and PhD in Sociology. The HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research ( CIHDER ), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community engagement efforts to alleviate health inequities.

The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between these departments to develop advanced academic programming, enhance the mentoring of trainees, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholastic activity.

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is a quickly growing department, and this position will play a role in preparing for accreditations and admissions and facilitating growth and development. The North Carolina A & T Physician Assistant program will help to increase accessibility to medical services for the state’s growing population while providing affordable healthcare. The program’s faculty will successfully prepare students to become competent Physician Assistants, contributing quality care to the workforce through the delivery of foundational knowledge and essential clinical skills. The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is a supportive community of committed faculty and practitioners whose goals are to introduce students to the ideas and concepts relevant to the discipline of medicine and encourage interdisciplinary learning and team-based care.

https://www.ncat.edu/chhs/departments/physician-assistant-studies/index.php

Minimum Requirements

Master’s Degree (Doctorate preferred).
Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written).
High degree of organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and make distinctions among competitive applicants.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated presentation skills.
Evidence of program planning and management skills.
2+ years of clinical experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

A PhD., EdD., DHSc, or professional doctorate in a related field with a demonstrated record of research.
Ability to establish and sustain a strong research enterprise, and have pedagogical skills to teach in relevant scientific areas.
5+ years of experience in higher education.
5+ years of clinical experience.
Graduate from an accredited PA program.
Eligible for PA licensure in North Carolina.
Current NCCPA certification.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title

Part-Time Instructor | Physician Assistant Studies (Multiple Positions)

Position Number

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Temporary - Part-time

Tenure Track

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division

Physician Assistant Program

Organizational Location

College of Health and Human Sciences

Organizational Unit

Physician Assistant Program

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA2755

Open Date

07/01/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

07/01/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A & T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A & T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A & T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/37145

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