Adjunct Instructor PA Program (25163)

Ottawa University • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

Ottawa University is accepting applications for potential openings for Adjunct Instructor positions. The need for these positions is undetermined at this time and is dependent on operational need including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this general adjunct posting. The adjunct instructor is hired to teach on a course by course basis as a temporary employee of the University. Responsible for providing high quality and engaging instruction and academic or professional mentoring to learners in the didactic and/or clinical phase of the program. Teaches and advises students enrolled in a University course for which the adjunct instructor is assigned to teach. Course content is developed under University curriculum standards. The anticipated start date is August 2025.

Requirements

• Must possess a master's, Ph.D., or doctorate to teach at the master's level.
• At least one year as a clinically practicing PA-C or at least one year in the profession.
• Must be qualified through academic preparation and/or experience to teach assigned subjects.
• Knowledgeable in course content and effective in teaching assigned subjects.
• Experience with Blackboard or other similar online course platforms.
• Experience with Zoom, Skype, or WebEx.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in teaching Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology and Genetics, Research and Evidence-Based Medicine, Pediatrics and Adolescents Medicine, Geriatrics, Behavioral and Mental Health (Psychiatry), or Infectious Disease.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom learning experiences and clinical skills instruction based on qualifications.
• Maintain a high standard in classroom teaching through engaging and effective pedagogy.
• Evaluate learner performance and provide remediation instruction in the didactic phase of the program.
• Complete lecture or course evaluations.
• Support learners as a mentor and identify opportunities for their success.
• Provide a student-centered course experience and be available to all students throughout the course term.
• Promote Ottawa University to the community.
• Regularly use the Ottawa.edu email address for communication.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree