Adjunct Assistant Professor

University of North Texas System•Fort Worth, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is the academic home for students, faculty and staff involved in the Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree curriculum. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, graduates receive an MPAS degree. Located for more than 20 years in the heart of the Fort Worth, Texas, Cultural District, our UNT Health Physician Assistant Studies program has proudly helped shape the PA's that make a difference in our community. We are continually improving as we create experiential learning opportunities that prepare our graduates to begin an exciting medical career in one of the top professions in the country. The adjunct faculty will course direct the Clinical Integrated Medicine III course and help facilitate learning for the students enrolled in the course. The role of the Course Director is to ensure that course and exam content are relevant, accurate, current, organized, and evidence-based. Course Director is also responsible for the development, coordination, conduct, and/or support of course syllabi, course activities, course lectures, and course schedules.

Requirements

A master’s degree in PA Studies or a related field is required.
Three or more years of highly relevant, full-time professional experience.
Must currently hold or be eligible for PA licensure in the State of Texas.
Current NCCPA certification is required.
Knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate the PA profession’s competencies to others in an educational setting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Course direct the Clinical Integrated Medicine III course.
Facilitate learning for students enrolled in the course.
Ensure course and exam content are relevant, accurate, current, organized, and evidence-based.
Develop, coordinate, conduct, and/or support course syllabi, course activities, course lectures, and course schedules.