What are the responsibilities and job description for the Faculty - Instructor or Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Program position at Carlow University?
Carlow University’s College of Health and Wellness is seeking a full-time 12-month faculty to join our faculty at the Oakland campus located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
We seek a full-time faculty member to serve as Principal Faculty with expertise in physician assistant practice and didactic content specific to the learning needs of our graduate Physician Assistant program students. Candidates should have expertise in instruction of physician assistant students and have leadership experience.
Academic rank, track, and salary are commensurate with educational preparation and experience.
Required Experience/Qualifications:
- Valid Pennsylvania Physician Assistant License and current NCCPA certification
- A minimum of a master’s degree in physician assistant (MPAS); a doctoral degree is preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of full-time experience as PA
- Internal Medicine experience preferred with a focus on adults and older adults
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a PA Program or as a clinical instructor/ preceptor for students of such programs is recommended.
The ideal candidates will have:
- A deep commitment to effective teaching, developing innovative clinical experiences, mentoring students, and interprofessional practice.
- Strong communication skills. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and problem solve effectively.
- A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and actively promote diversity.
- A commitment to professional service within the University and beyond.
Carlow University is Devoted to....
- A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
- A strong commitment to social justice
- Ethical forward-thinking leadership
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities
Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlow’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow University’s Catholic, Mercy mission and values through their teaching, scholarship, and service.
Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its diverse community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
