Associate Program Director, Director of Admissions and Student Affairs, Clinical Assistant Professor

Saint Peters University•Jersey City, NJ

6d•$125,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Saint Peter’s University is seeking a dynamic, collaborative faculty member to serve as Associate Program Director, Director of Admissions and Student Affairs, and Clinical Assistant Professor in its Physician Assistant Studies Program. This 52-week, 1.0 FTE, non-tenure-track faculty position combines program leadership and administration, admissions and student affairs oversight, teaching, and clinical practice. The position follows a four-day academic schedule to accommodate one day per week of clinical practice. The Associate Program Director partners with the Program Director and other program leaders to administer, develop, evaluate, and continuously improve the PA Program. The role provides leadership for admissions and student affairs, supports student success and remediation, and helps maintain compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies. As a principal faculty member, the Clinical Assistant Professor contributes to the didactic curriculum through teaching, course development, assessment, and evaluation, while advising and mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional development. The position also participates in program assessment, accreditation activities, strategic initiatives, and university and community service. The stated salary range is $125,000–$135,000. The University offers paid time off, health coverage, employer-provided life insurance, voluntary life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, tuition remission, an Employee Assistance Program, a voluntary legal plan, and a flexible spending account.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a related field from an ARC-PA-accredited program.
Current NCCPA certification and eligibility for New Jersey licensure as a physician assistant.
At least five years of clinical experience.
At least three years of experience in PA education.
Familiarity with ARC-PA accreditation processes and standards.
Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience in a clinical or academic setting.
Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Commitment to community engagement, service, leadership development, or related work.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree, such as a DMSc, EdD, PhD, or DSc, in a relevant discipline.
Prior leadership or administrative experience in a higher education setting.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the health professions.
Experience developing and maintaining community partnerships.
Experience working directly with community-based organizations.
Familiarity with service-learning, civic engagement, volunteer management, or leadership development programs.

Responsibilities

Serve on the PA Program leadership team and collaborate with program and university colleagues to advance the program’s mission, goals, and strategic priorities.
Assist the Program Director with administration, management, development, and continuous improvement of the Physician Assistant Program.
Participate in developing, reviewing, and revising the program’s mission, goals, competencies, policies, and procedures.
Contribute to program administration and initiatives supporting program effectiveness and student success; perform additional assignments as directed by the Program Director.
Lead and oversee admissions, including applicant review, interviews, candidate evaluation, and selection.
Collaborate with faculty and university partners on recruitment, admissions, and student outreach.
Lead and oversee student success initiatives, monitor academic progression, and promote academic and professional development.
Identify students who may need additional academic or professional support and coordinate appropriate interventions.
Develop and coordinate individualized remediation plans with faculty and university resources for students who do not meet academic, clinical, or professional expectations.
Participate in student advising and mentoring.
Serve as principal faculty and contribute to PA students’ education and professional development.
Participate in designing, implementing, coordinating, evaluating, and revising the PA Program curriculum.
Coordinate and teach courses and instructional content in areas of academic, clinical, and professional expertise.
Help develop and evaluate student assessments aligned with course objectives, program competencies, and learning outcomes.
Assist program leadership in maintaining compliance with ARC-PA Standards and institutional requirements.
Contribute to ARC-PA applications, self-studies, required reports, and other accreditation submissions, including supporting documentation.
Participate in accreditation preparation, site visits, and other activities needed to achieve and maintain accreditation.
Review program data and outcomes to identify improvement opportunities and support evidence-based program development.
Serve on PA Program, departmental, college, and university committees as assigned.
Engage in professional and community service supporting the PA Program and University.
Promote the PA profession, program, and University through community engagement, professional activities, and outreach.
Support community engagement initiatives involving students, faculty, and staff, including service, professional development, and student-faculty engagement.
Perform other duties or responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
Maintain a four-day academic schedule to accommodate one day per week of clinical practice.