Assistant Professor - Clinical, Physician Assistant Studies
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor - Clinical, Physician Assistant Studies at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
The Physician Assistant Faculty member participates in the delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of the Physician Assistant Program. Responsibilities include teaching in the didactic and/or clinical curriculum, student advising, academic support and remediation, assessment, curriculum development, program service, and accreditation activities.
Essential functions:
1. Teaching
- Teach assigned didactic and/or clinical year lectures in the physician assistant program.
- Participate in laboratory instruction, simulation, and student assessment.
- Develop and update course materials as assigned.
2. Student Advising and Academic Support
- Serve as an academic advisor.
- Assist in identifying students needing additional academic support.
- Collaborate with course directors to implement remediation plans and monitor student progress.
3. Assessment and Program Improvement
- Assist with examination development and performance assessments.
- Participate in course and program evaluation activities.
- Contribute to accreditation and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
4. Service
- Participate in faculty meetings, admissions, and committee work as assigned.
- Participate in program and college community events as needed.
5. Scholarship and Professional Development
- Maintain clinical competence, certification, and licensure.
- Participate in professional development and scholarly activities consistent with faculty expectations.
- Maintain, foster and develop professional working relationships with alumni, guest speakers and other external agencies to maximize educational opportunities.
Unique duties:
Qualifications:
The successful candidate should meet the following qualifications:
- Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program or related accredited health care program. Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent based on experience and professional involvement.
- In good standing with Michigan licensing board.
- NCCPA certification.
- Two-three years full-time clinical experience as a PA or related health care clinician.
- Experience in higher education, teaching, course coordination, and/or precepting students is preferred.
- Highly motivated and innovative individual.
- Have sound interpersonal communication skills necessary to negotiate, maintain and develop alumni/community involvement.
Preferred qualifications:
School/College/Division:
H18 - Pharmacy & Health Science
Primary department:
H1920 - Physician Assistant Studies
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Fractional Time
- Job category: Academic/Faculty
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Salary minimum: TBD
- Salary hire maximum: TBD
Working conditions:
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
