Department Chair, Physician Assistant Studies

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Physician Assistant Studies invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies. The Department is seeking a dynamic individual with outstanding communication and collaborative abilities to lead the department in its ongoing pursuit of excellence in academics, research, equity and inclusion, and service through partnerships regionally, nationally, and internationally. The Chair will have a commitment to diversity and interdisciplinary/inter-professional education while representing the best interests of the Department and physician associates/physician assistants in the academy, the profession, and the University.

The Chair will demonstrate a history of or evidence of potential for accomplished academic leadership. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellence in research, teaching (didactic or clinical), and/or administration. The Chair of Physician Assistant Studies reports to the Dean of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS), and the Chair will oversee the academic, research, service, and scholarly activities of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies.

Rank, title, and salary range:

This is a 12-month, tenure or tenure-stream or appointment stream, assistant/associate/professor, full-time position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have a record that would demonstrate eligibility for an appointment at the rank of assistant/associate/professor at the University of Pittsburgh. Candidate must have or be enrolled in a program that awards an earned Doctor of Education degree or a Doctor of Philosophy degree in a health sciences field. While no candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will demonstrate many of the following professional and personal qualifications:

·         Demonstrated record of collaborative engagement and successful partnerships

·         Ability to flexibly guide organizational growth

·         Experience building research and scholarship

·         A commitment to excellence in academic and clinical education

·         Knowledge of pedagogy and curriculum development

·         Experience in administration and fiscal management of an organizational unit

·         Ability to recruit and mentor faculty and staff to achieve personal, departmental, School, and University goals

·         Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation and credentialing processes

·         Experience with innovative program development (i.e., in teaching, research)

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is one of nine Departments in SHRS. The Department has 23 faculty including 1 Professors (appointment stream), 3 Associate Professors (all appointment stream), and 19 Assistant Professors (all appointment stream) who are engaged in local, state, national, and international collaborations and have a strong reputation for the areas of expertise to which they contribute through research, teaching, and professional service. Approximately 250 students are enrolled across the department, which offers the following degree programs: the entry-level Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Residential Program, the entry-level Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Hybrid Program, and the Doctor of PA Studies post-professional degree program. research doctorate (Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science). The Department also maintains the Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Certificate Program in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Learn more about the Department of Physician Assistant Studies here: https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/pas .

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Since its founding in 1969, the School has created the notion of Rehabilitation Science as a discipline, grown to over 20-degree programs, forged beneficial linkages across the Health Sciences and the University, and has found its graduate programs holding top spots in annual graduate school rankings. SHRS reaps many benefits as part of a research-intensive university and as a member of a cohesive, well-organized cadre of Health Sciences Schools. Additionally, SHRS enjoys a strong association with the world-class University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), the Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, as well as collaborations with Carnegie Mellon University. SHRS is well-positioned for the future with unparalleled research activity, a strong cadre of faculty and staff, clinical education programs with excellent student outcomes, and a major focus on active/engaged learning. Four SHRS programs earned top spots in the most recent U.S. News and Word Report’s rankings of disciplines: Physical Therapy (#1), Occupational Therapy (#3), Speech-Language Pathology (#3), and Audiology (#7).  Learn more about SHRS here https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/about .

The University of Pittsburgh

Founded in 1787, the University of Pittsburgh (commonly referred to as “Pitt”) is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States. Pitt is a state-related research university and part of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education in Pennsylvania. The University currently has approximately 33,744 students (24,553 undergraduate and 9,191 graduate students), 5,357 faculty, and 7,289 staff. Pitt offers approximately 479 degree programs (9 Associate, 212 Baccalaureate, 158 Master’s, and 100 doctorates) as well as approximately 166 certificate program options. A member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), Pitt consistently appears in the top echelon of national and global university rankings. It was ranked #18 among the nation’s top public colleges and universities in the 2020 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings. Pitt ranks highly in federal science and engineering funding according to the National Science Foundation and fifth among U.S. universities in competitive grants awarded to faculty by the National Institutes of Health. College Factual has ranked Pitt as the best U.S. school to study health professions, based on graduates' earnings, the strength of academic majors, and the number and quality of other closely related majors on campus, program accreditations, and overall institutional quality. Learn more about Pitt’s rankings here https://www.pitt.edu/about/achievements .

Proposed starting date:

Once filled.

Closing date for receipt of applications:

Until the position is filled. 

To Apply or Inquire:

Applicants need to apply online at join.pitt.edu, requisition ­­23005454, and submit a detailed cover letter of interest detailing their leadership skills, qualifications, experiences, achievements, and accomplishments; a research statement; and a curriculum vitae.

The search committee chair, Dr. Bambang Parmanto, Professor and Chair of the Department of Health Information Management welcomes questions, confidential inquiries, and nominations at [email protected] or 412-383-6649.

All inquiries and/or statements of interest will remain confidential.

Research Statement

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.