Assistant Professor- Physician Assistant Studies

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

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Posting Title Assistant Professor- Physician Assistant Studies
Department HSC-Physician Assistant Studies-300840
College/School School of Health Professions
Job Location Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility ORP Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information Commensurate with experience
Department Summary
The Physician Assistant Studies Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor to join our team.
Position Summary

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is seeking an experienced PA educator for an Assistant Professor/Associate Professor position. The most competitive applicant will be a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be experienced in teaching and research, and comfortable using common software programs (e.g., Excel, Word, Power Point, etc…)
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Preparing/delivering instruction and assessing student Performance.
• Participating in the program’s self-evaluation processes.
• Participating in student recruitment, interviews and selection.
• Mentoring students in their professional development.
• Conducting research related to PA practice or education.
• Developing/applying for grants.
• Experience with curriculum planning.
• Administrative Skills
• Other scholarly activities.
PA faculty members are given limited release time to maintain clinical skills through the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth (UNTHSC) multi-specialty group practice or through other arrangements. Faculty members enjoy excellent working relationships on campus and are eligible for state benefits including health insurance, retirement, holidays and vacation.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or related field
Applicants must currently hold or be eligible for PA licensure in Texas.
Current NCCPA certification is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in education.
Required License / Registration / Certification

- Hold current or emeritus NCCPA certification status
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate
Area of Specialty
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
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Posting Number F1297P
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/75373
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