Hiring Department
Graduate Health Professions in Medicine
University of Missouri - Kansas City
School of Medicine
For more information about the School of Medicine, visit: https://med.umkc.edu/
Job Description
The UMKC School of Medicine is seeking a part-time faculty member for the UMKC Physician Assistant (PA) Program.
The program serves students on two campuses: at the UMKC School of Medicine and the MU School of Medicine in Columbia. The medical director’s role is to advocate for the program through active participation in the program and support the development and review of the program curriculum and competencies to meet current practice standards as they relate to the PA role. This position blends clinical leadership, educational oversight, and strategic guidance, helping to shape the next generation of PAs. Duties may include clinical partner cultivation, teaching, student academic advising and remediation support, committee service, and participation in the program’s ongoing self-study, accreditation, assessment, continuous improvement processes.
This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible, unranked/non-tenure track academic position.
Qualifications
- Minimum requirements for this position include currently or previously licensed allopathic or osteopathic physician and currently or previously board-certified.
- Previous teaching experience is desirable.
Application Materials
To be considered, you must complete the application at https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/ including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references).
If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu include the Job Identification number xxxx and name of the position.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Community Information
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital.
UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
