FACULTY POSITIONS

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Program Director — University of Findlay

Director of Admissions — Emory University

Faculty — Stony Brook University


Program Director Position

The University of Findlay invites applications for a program director to provide leadership to a dynamic and growing physician assistant program. Accredited since April 2000, this bachelor’s-level program is in the process of seeking approval to transition to an entry-level master’s degree program.

Qualified applicants will be a physician assistants or physicians with appropriate licensure and certification, a master’s degree (doctoral degree preferred), relevant clinical experience, as well as experience in teaching, scholarship, and educational administration. The ideal candidate will be an individual with a passion for the physician assistant profession, a vision for professional education, experience with accreditation, and a record of scholarly and professional activity. Candidates are expected to have strong communication skills and a desire to work with students in a university setting that prides itself on providing close relationships between students and faculty.

The University of Findlay is a growing and innovative institution with an enrollment of approximately 4,700 students and is located 45 miles south of Toledo, Ohio. The College of Health Professions serves nearly 700 students in professional programs including physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, nuclear medicine technology, and athletic training. There also are opportunities for interdisciplinary teaching, research, and service. More information is available on our Web page at www.findlay.edu.

Salary and benefits are highly competitive. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment available after July 1, 2005. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of professional reference to:

Lisa Dutton, PhD, PT, Dean
College of Health Professions
The University of Findlay
1000 N. Main Street
Findlay, OH 45840
419/434-4677
dutton@findlay.edu


Director of Admissions Position

Emory University seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position for our master’s degree physician assistant program. Responsibilities include routine educational program administration, serving as the director of admissions, assisting part-time with clinical coordination, teaching in areas of expertise, and advising students.

Qualifications include at least five years of full-time clinical experience, NCCPA certification, and a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Previous teaching, admissions, and administrative experience are desirable and a master’s degree is preferred. Excellent communication and computer skills are necessary and a team philosophy is essential.

Academic rank and salary are commensurate with level of education and previous teaching and clinical experience. Emory University offers an excellent benefits package which includes tuition reimbursement.

Please send letter of interest and resume by August 15, 2005, to:

Chair, Academic Faculty Search Committee
Emory University School of Medicine
1462 Clifton Rd. NE, Suite 280
Atlanta, GA 30322-1064
Fax: 404/727-7836

Emory University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer


Faculty Position

The Stony Brook University Physician Assistant Program in New York invites applications for full- and part-time faculty positions. This accredited master’s-level program is established in the School of Health Technology and Management. The faculty member will be responsible for both didactic and clinical components of the curriculum. This is a 12-month faculty position. Anticipated starting date: Fall 2005.

Qualifications include:

  • Current NCCPA Board Certification
  • Graduate of an accredited PA program
  • Baccalaureate degree required/ master’s degree preferred
  • Five years’ patient care experience required
  • Experience with EBM preferred

Send letters of interest and resume to:

Professor Paul Lombardo, MPS, RPA-C
Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Education
SHTM/HSC, L2 432
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 11794-8202

The review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Stony Brook University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer.


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