Assistant Professor Physician Assistant Studies

Clarkson University • Potsdam, NY

183d • $95,000 - $105,750

About The Position

This posting is for 3 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) with the potential for one or more of these FTEs to shift to part-time depending on candidate preference. The position involves assisting the Program Chair in various administrative and educational functions, including curriculum design, faculty coordination, and student support.

Requirements

• NCCPA certified Physician Assistant or Board certified allopathic or osteopathic physician
• New York State PA registration/license (or eligible) or MD / DO licensed or eligible for licensure in New York State
• Consideration given to non-clinicians with strong science / health science background who possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree
• Consideration given to Nurse Practitioners that either have an active license or are eligible for licensure in New York State
• PA/MD/NP: 2 years of clinical experience

Nice To Haves

• Greater than 5 years of clinical experience
• Teaching experience; preferably in a PA program, Medical School, or NP program
• For PAs, doctoral degree or Master's with willingness to enter and complete a doctoral program

Responsibilities

• Assists the Program Chair in the organization, administration, continuous and periodic review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the program
• Assists the DDE and DCE in the preparation of administrative reports as requested and assigned by the Program Chair
• Assists in development, review, and revision of the mission statement, programmatic goals, and competencies as needed
• Participates in the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the curriculum
• Serves as Course Director for assigned courses
• Assists the DDE in the coordination and scheduling of all didactic courses and classes
• Reviews and suggests revisions as needed for the Student Handbook annually
• Schedules and assists with student remediation as needed
• Assists in the interview and selection of faculty members
• Provides for the continuous review and update of all didactic course materials and learning objectives
• Provides security for all course and examination materials
• Assists the DDE with the maintenance and coordination of the didactic schedule with the Administrative Assistant
• Provides assistance with the ongoing assessment and review of the didactic curriculum each semester
• Reviews instruments for student and faculty course evaluations
• Assists in other duties as assigned by the Program Chair
• Attends all scheduled staff and faculty meetings
• Assists DDE with coordination and assessment of the function of all adjunct faculty
• Teaches courses with which he/she has demonstrated competence and/or experience
• Assists the DDE with coordination of curricular modules and scheduling
• Assists the DCE with coordination, site visits, and maintenance of clinical sites
• Assists the DCE with end of rotation exams and 'Call Back' Days
• Assists primary faculty member responsible for the Master's Project
• Provides assistance with overall program review, assessment, and facilitation of compliance with Accreditation standards
• Provides and facilitates counseling for students
• Reviews didactic/academic performance with students as needed
• Provides remediation for students with sub-standard performance as needed
• Advises the Program Chair of any problems related to student behavior, academic performance, or professionalism
• Serves as a member of the Admissions and Student Progression committees
• Upholds values and mission of Clarkson University and the Clarkson PA Program

Benefits

• Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree