Specialist Professor, Physician Assistant Program

School Of Social Work At Monmouth University; West Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Monmouth University seeks a dynamic Specialist Professor for the Physician Assistant Program. This full-time, non-tenure track position involves teaching, curriculum development, and student engagement, contributing to a diverse academic community committed to healthcare. Candidates should possess a Master's degree and experience as a Certified Physician Assistant.

Qualifications

• Three years full-time experience as a NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or physician.
• Eligible for NJ state licensure.
• Experience as faculty or preceptor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of 27 credits per academic year.
• Prepare and deliver course materials.
• Engage in program evaluation and curriculum development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree or higher in a related field

Job description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates must apply online and upload the following:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Professional References
• Statement/Philosophy of Teaching
• Statement and/or Philosophy of Scholarship
• Diversity Statement

The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA+, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education/STEM careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans.

(Optional): Three letters of recommendation, sent via email or post office, can be directed to: Search Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ 07764.

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F780P

Job Position Title

Department

Immediate Supervisor Title Interim Director

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade None

Union

Union FAMCO

Status

Status Full-time

Total Number of Authorized Work Hours per Week

Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year

Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year 52

Advertised Rate of Pay

Advertised Rate of Pay Discussed during interview

Position Summary

Monmouth University is seeking dynamic educators to join our team of dedicated faculty as Specialist Professor in the Master of Science degree Physician Assistant Program. We are hiring for a 12-month, non-tenure track opening which are available for the 2025-2026 academic year. The initial two-year appointment is subject to subsequent multi-year reappointments without limit.

The Monmouth University PA Program extends equal opportunity to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds who share in our vision and mission to be empathic healthcare professionals. Successful applicants will be committed to engaging and supporting our students as we prepare them to serve our diverse community populations.

We are looking for innovative, engaged professionals who have a passion for educating the next generation of PAs. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to teach the equivalent of 27 credits per academic year of classroom, simulation-based, lab, and/or administrative duties related to clinical instruction. Primary responsibilities include team teaching across the curriculum and supporting student instruction where needed. Other responsibilities include:

• prepare course materials;
• create, administer, and grade written and practical examinations;
• maintain a regular schedule of office hours for student advising, tutoring, and remediation;
• engage in program evaluation, student admissions, student evaluations, and curriculum development;
• contribute to activities related to program development, continuous quality improvement, and accreditation; and
• be available for other University, School and/or program service as needed.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

For additional information about the program, please visit: Physician Assistant (PA) Program website.

Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Candidates must apply online and upload the following:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Professional References
• Statement/Philosophy of Teaching
• Statement and/or Philosophy of Scholarship
• Diversity Statement

The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA+, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education/ STEM careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans.

(Optional): Three letters of recommendation, sent via email or post office, can be directed to: Search Committee, Physician Assistant Program, Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ 07764.

Required Skills or Software

Required Skills or Software Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

Required Years of Experience

Required Years of Experience 3

Required Degree, Licenses or Certifications

Other Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Three years of full-time experience as a NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or physician (residency experience can be counted toward this requirement).
• Applicant must be a Physician Assistant holding active NCCPA certification and eligible for state licensure in NJ or a Physician (DO or MD) with completion of medical residency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as full-time, adjunct faculty or as a preceptor preferred but willing to train motivated candidates.

Posting Date

Posting Date 02/12/2025

Closing Date

Job Duties

Job Duties

Duty

Teaching responsibilities for this 12-month faculty position include the equivalent of 27 credits per academic year of classroom, online, lab, simulation-based, and/or administrative duties related to clinical instruction.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Regular

Duty

Preparation and delivery of course materials, including but not limited to syllabi; grading rubrics; classroom, online, lab, simulation-based and/or clinical learning instructional materials; course assignments; and examination development, proctoring, analysis and grading.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Regular

Duty

Maintain a regular schedule of office hours for student advising, tutoring, and remediation.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Regular

Duty

Engage in the following program activities as needed: a) developing, reviewing and revising the mission statement, goals and competencies, b) selecting applicants for admission, c) providing student instruction, d) evaluating student performance, e) academic counseling of students, f) assuring the availability of remedial instruction, g) designing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating the curriculum, and h) evaluating the program.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Regular

Duty

Involvement with the program’s continuous self-assessment, quality improvement, self-study report processes, and other accreditation requirements.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Regular

Duty

Service to the University, School, and/or program as needed.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Regular

Duty

Other duties as assigned.

Regular or Occasional

Regular or Occasional Occasional

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master's degree or higher in a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have three years of full-time experience as a NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or physician (residency experience can be counted toward this requirement)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a Physician Assistant holding active NCCPA certification and eligible for state licensure in NJ or a Physician (DO or MD) with completion of medical residency?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills?
  • Yes
  • No
• Where did you hear about this job opening?

  (Open Ended Question)