Ranked ASSOCIATE or ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR/ PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM / UMKC School of

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans.

Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Associate or Assistant Teaching Professor for the Physician Assistant Program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. This full-time position emphasizes curriculum delivery and student support within a clinical educational environment.

Applicants should have graduated from an accredited PA program and hold or be working towards a Master's degree. Strong communication skills and organization are essential. Benefits include comprehensive medical and educational packages.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PA program.
• Hold or working toward a Master’s degree.
• Eligibility for Missouri PA licensure.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Previous teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the clinical curriculum.
• Provide classroom instruction.
• Advise on student academic and professional development.
• Participate in student admissions activities.
• Involvement in program accreditation and improvement processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly motivated and organized

Education

Graduation from an accredited PA program

Working toward a Master’s degree

Current NCCPA certification

Eligibility for Missouri PA licensure

Job description

Hiring Department

University of Missouri‑Kansas City (UMKC), School of Medicine, Department of Graduate Health Professions, Physician Assistant Program.

Job Description

This is a ranked full‑time non‑tenure track faculty position at the rank of Associate or Assistant Teaching Professor. The experienced clinician and educator will work closely with the clinical education team to deliver the clinical curriculum and maintain professional relationships with clinical sites and preceptors. Additional duties include:

• Classroom instruction
• Student academic and professional development advising
• Participation in student admissions activities
• Participation in the program’s ongoing self‑study, accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement processes
• Involvement in university service activities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PA program
• Hold or working toward a Master’s degree
• Eligibility for Missouri PA licensure
• Current NCCPA certification
• Previous teaching experience is desirable
• Highly motivated and organized
• Excellent communication skills

Anticipated Hiring Range

This is a 12‑month, benefit‑eligible, full‑time (1.0) faculty appointment. It is a non‑tenure track teaching appointment eligible for ranked promotion. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Application Materials

For consideration, you must apply online at https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/, click in Academic Positions and enter Job Opening ID 59441.

Please combine all application materials (personal letter of interest and applicable experience, accompanying curriculum vitae, and a current list of professional references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). Maximum size limit is 11 MB.

• If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email [e-mail].
• For questions about the position, please contact Julie Wright at [e-mail].
• Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235‑1323.

Higher education transcripts are required for candidates advancing as finalists. Candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted.

Criminal Background Check is required prior to hire.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Application Deadline

Application review will begin on May 10, 2026. Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is hired.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity and Title IX at 816‑235‑6910.