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PAEA Member Programs: Faculty positions are posted on the PAEA website at no cost to PAEA member programs. To place a position ad, send brief ad copy as an MS Word attachment without web or table formatting to Eileen Evans at eevans@paeaonline.org, and include the following:

• Name of program from which ad originates
• Exact title of the position to be filled*
  
• Department, division, or school
• Functional name of position (see choices below)
• Link to the full position description on your program or institutional site
• Application information
• Who may apply (PAs, MDs, DOs, e.g.)
• Deadlines, if any
• EEO information

We regret that, due to space limitations, we cannot include program descriptions or promotional information about programs.

*Please label your ad with one of the following functional titles to allow it to be categorized with ads of a similar nature. The title of the exact position you wish to fill, which may be unique to your program or institution, will be added by staff to your vacancy announcement if it differs from the functional titles below:

• Dean
• Associate Dean
• Department Chair
• Program Director
• Medical Director
• Assistant or Associate Director
• Faculty
• Academic or Clinical Coordinator
• Director of Admissions or Admissions Staff

Ad copy may be edited for style and length. Ads will run for approximately two months, unless programs notify us that positions have been filled.

Developing PA Programs: Developing PA programs may be restricted by the states in which they are located from advertising their programs, including the use of websites. Therefore, PAEA will post these vacancies as text descriptions without links to websites, if necessary. Please submit vacancy ads that otherwise comply with the submission requirements noted above for PAEA member programs. Call (703) 548-5538, ext. 307, with questions.

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PROGRAM DIRECTOR (Founding Chair)
Northern Arizona University (A Developing Program)
Phoenix, Arizona

Northern Arizona University (NAU), a national comprehensive doctoral research institution, is establishing a distinctive Physician Assistant (PA) Department to be based on the Phoenix Biomedical Campus. The new Phoenix Biomedical Campus represents an exciting collaboration in health profession education between NAU and the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Public Health. The founding chair will work with NAU leadership to determine the nature and design of the program, hire the faculty and staff, and be responsible for attaining and maintaining accreditation. The first class is expected to matriculate in the fall of 2011.

This is a tenured position at the rank of associate professor or professor for an experienced candidate with a vision for interdisciplinary PA education. Individuals deemed qualified for the position will be graduates of an accredited PA program (master's degree required; PhD preferred) with a minimum of 2 years of PA experience to include clinical practice, administrative or supervisory experience, and clinical research; hold current NCCPA certification and be eligible for licensure in Arizona.

Northern Arizona University is a 23,500-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff and 33 additional campuses throughout Arizona. The new PA Department will be incorporated into NAU's College of Health and Human Services in conjunction with the School of Nursing and the departments of Communication Sciences Disorders, Dental Hygiene, Health Sciences, Physical Therapy and Athletic Training.

This position will begin September 1, 2010, or at the earliest convenience of the successful candidate. Review of applications will begin July 12 and continue as needed. Please send an electronic letter of interest, CV, and names and contact information for three professional references to Executive Dean Leslie Schulz at leslie.schulz@nau.edu.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Charles Drew University
Los Angeles, California

The Charles Drew University (CDU) College of Science and Health (COSH) is currently seeking a director for its physician assistant (PA) program. Nominations and applications are invited for a visionary leader who will develop and implement the master’s degree program in PA Studies. The director will be responsible for the overall administration and management of the PA program and will have oversight of the academic, financial, faculty, student, accreditation, and administrative functions of the program. COSH is one of three academic entities on the CDU campus, which includes a College of Medicine and a School of Nursing. COSH faculty and students will have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary collaborative initiatives with medicine and nursing. CDU is the only higher education institution to be dually designated nationally as a Historically Black Graduate Institution (HBGI) and Hispanic Serving Health Professions School. In research dollars, CDU ranks in the top ten percent of more than 3,400 institutions funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and is in the top 50 private research universities.

Responsibilities: The director must build and establish a reputable graduate-level PA program; demonstrate the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate the PA curriculum of study; have a record of promoting excellence in classroom/clinical teaching and research; create an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration; develop and coordinate resources to facilitate faculty scholarly achievement; maintain own program of research as evidenced by publications and external funding; demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse constituencies; participate in outreach efforts to develop and maintain community partnerships; and have experience in the PA education and accreditation process.

Qualifications: Qualified applicants must hold NCCPA certification, be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of California, and hold an earned doctorate in a related field. The successful candidate will posses a minimum of five years' recent experience as a faculty member in a PA program or three years' administrative experience as an academic program director.

Application: Interested candidates should submit a query letter and CV to

Sharon Syfrett
Senior Recruiter
Phone: (949) 837-0343
sharon@midlandsearch.com

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Keck School of Medicine-University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California

The Keck School of Medicine–University of Southern California (USC) Primary Care Physician Assistant (PA) Program is seeking a dynamic, motivated, and visionary team leader to fill the position of program director. This is a full time, 12-month position with competitive salary and excellent benefits. The successful candidate will receive a clinical faculty appointment in the Department of Family Medicine, Keck School of Medicine, at USC, appropriate to his/her level of experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities: The program director will provide effective management and supervision of the medical director, faculty, and staff and will report to the chair of the Department of Family Medicine. He/she is responsible for program organization, administration, fiscal management, continuous review and analysis, planning, development, and participation in the ARC-PA re-accreditation process. The program director will also provide oversight and administration of grants and foster effective educational partnerships among the program, other departments within the Keck School of Medicine and the University, and other health care professionals and local/national organizations. Teaching and clinical practice duties for the program director are negotiable.

Requirements: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree and must be a PA (NCCPA-certified) or physician (board certified); California licensure or eligibility is required. A minimum of three years' clinical experience and prior experience in medical education/administration is essential. The successful candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the PA profession, role, practice, and educational process and evidence of scholarship as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits: USC faculty enjoy a superb medical, financial, and educational benefit package including USC tuition assistance for eligible dependents.

Application: Submit a letter of interest, CV, and names/contact information for three professional references to

Donna Elliott, MD, EdD
Associate Dean of Student Affairs
Chair, Search Committee
Keck-USC School of Medicine
1975 Zonal Ave, KAM B100-B
Los Angeles, CA 90089, or
Email documents to kalderet@usc.edu.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR (Assistant/Associate Professor )
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois

The physician assistant (PA) program at the Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking qualified applicants for the position of program director beginning as soon as possible. This is a tenure-track, twelve-month position.

Responsibilities: To provide leadership necessary to achieve and maintain accreditation for the program, to provide day-to-day program coordination, and to participate in program evaluation and development; to provide both direct and indirect teaching for the PA program; to participate in committee involvement at the program, school/college and university levels; to engage in other activities as determined by the director of the School of Allied Health.

The full position description is available at http://affact.siuc.edu/asa345.html.

Application Deadline: September 3 or until suitable applicant is found.

To Apply: Send a letter of interest; current vitae; and names, addresses, and phone numbers of five references to

Dr. Charla J. Lautar, Director
School of Allied Health, College of Applied Sciences and Arts
Mail Code 6615
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
1365 Douglas Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901
Phone: (618) 453-7211
Fax: (618) 453-7020
E-mail: cjlautar@siu.edu.

SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky

The Division of Physician Assistant Studies in the College of Health Sciences at the University of Kentucky is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual with vision, leadership skills, and the ability to work with a diverse faculty and staff to fill a tenure-track program director/faculty position as an associate/full professor.

The master's degree program admits 56 students annually into its 29-month curriculum. The successful candidate will be responsible for the direction of the master's PA program on the Lexington campus and the extension campus in Morehead, Kentucky, and will work closely with the director of graduate studies in areas of student advising, student recruitment, and evaluation of student performance. The program director will be expected to accomplish scholarship activities appropriate to academic faculty rank, which include research, publication, grant activities, and/or creative/collaborative projects. The opportunity for clinical practice is available and encouraged.

Previous teaching, administrative, and clinical experience is preferred. The successful applicant must be a NCCPA-certified PA and have a doctoral degree in a related field (e.g., PhD, PharmD, DPH, MD, EdD). Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin July 15 and continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screen required by University of Kentucky Human Resources. The full position description is available at http://www.mc.uky.edu/pa/jobs/director.html.

Mail, email, or fax cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names of three references to

Chair, PA Search Committee
c/o Anna Moore
College of Health Sciences
University of Kentucky
900 S. Limestone Street
CTW Building, Room 209
Lexington, KY 40536-0200
Phone: (859) 323-1100, ext. 80513
Fax: (859) 257-2454
Email: anna.moore@uky.edu.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Louisiana State University (A Developing Program)
New Orleans, Louisiana

The School of Allied Health Professions at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC), New Orleans, is seeking a full-time program director to oversee all aspects of the graduate program in Physician Assistant (PA) Studies. The program director will work with the dean to oversee all personnel actions to include recruitment, hiring, evaluating and supervision of program faculty and staff. The program director reports to the dean of the School of Allied Health Professions.

The candidate should have

• Master's degree from an accredited PA program or related discipline; a doctoral degree is desired
• Prior experience with the ARC-PA accreditation process; as such, must be knowledgeable about and responsible for the accreditation process
• Three years of prior experience teaching in a PA program
• Experience with implementing and monitoring student learning assessment plans
• Demonstrated abilities in teaching, research and scholarship, student advisement, committee service, management and administration
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in Louisiana as a PA
• NCCPA certification

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Academic rank is open and may be offered on a tenure eligible track. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is available immediately and applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

LSUHSC offers a very competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, and a generous retirement plan. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, and curriculum vitae to

J.M. Cairo, PhD, Dean
LSUHSC School of Allied Health Professions
1900 Gravier St., Room 6B16
New Orleans, LA 70112, or
Email: jcairo@lsuhsc.edu.

The LSUHSC/SAHP has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates. LSUHSC is an EEO/AA employer.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR (Founding Chair)
Gardner-Webb University (A Developing Program)
Boiling Springs, North Carolina

Gardner-Webb University, in partnership with Cleveland County Healthcare System, is establishing a distinctive Physician Assistant (PA) program to be based at Cleveland Regional Medical Center in Shelby, North Carolina. The first class is expected to matriculate in fall 2012. The university is seeking an energetic, dynamic, forward-thinking program director to organize and lead this exciting new endeavor. The position is a 12-month, full-time position, and the program director will be eligible for a tenure track faculty position (rank will be based on credentials).

The program director will determine the nature and design of the program and hire the faculty and staff. He or she will be a graduate of an accredited PA program (master’s degree required; MPH, additional master’s degree, or doctorate degree in an area related to requirements of the position preferred) with at least two years' experience as a clinically practicing PA, and hold current NCCPA certification. Higher education teaching experience is preferred. The successful applicant will also demonstrate good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills and possess a progressive, collaborative management style.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, current vita, an official transcript of all college-level work, and three letters of reference to

Dr. Gayle Bolt Price, Associate Provost for Schools
PO Box 997
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC 28017

Review of applicants will begin on September 1, 2010, and will continue until the successful candidate is identified.

Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, residential, private institution located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (50 miles southwest of Charlotte) offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to approximately 4,000 students. Founded by North Carolina Baptists in 1905, Gardner-Webb employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Manitoba invites applications for the position of program director of the Physician Assistant Education Program (PAEP). This full-time appointment is for a three-year term and is renewable. The start date for the position will be October 1, 2010, or as soon thereafter as possible.

As part of the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine, the director will be expected to develop, promote, and maintain a comprehensive educational program which will lead its graduates to complete a master's in Physician Assistant (PA) Studies degree.

The director of the program will be a certified PA and have significant academic and professional experience as a successful clinical educator and leader. PAs with at least a master's level of education and training or equivalent are encouraged to apply. Application from other discipline backgrounds with similar educational expertise will be considered as well. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Skill in examining and developing operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new curricular strategies and procedures at faculty, university, and national levels are expected for this position. Significant collaboration with the faculty of Graduate Studies will be required.

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitas may be provided to participating members of the search process.

Applicants should send a letter of application indicating (1) why they are interested in this position, (2) how they think their skills have prepared them for such a position, and (3) their vision regarding the position and the directorship of such a program. All applications are to also to include a current curriculum vita and three letters of reference. Please submit your application to the address below. The deadline for applications is September 1.

Dr. I. Ripstein, Associate Dean
Post Graduate Medical Education
Faculty of Medicine University of Manitoba
260 Brodie Centre, 727 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5
Fax: (204) 789-3929

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
University of North Texas
Fort Worth, Texas

The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth (UNTHSC) is accepting applications from experienced PA educators to serve as associate director. The successful applicant will possess excellent communication and administrative skills, with at least 3–5 years experience in PA education. The position becomes available on September 1.

All PA faculty members are given an opportunity and release time to maintain their clinical skills through the 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, teacher retirement, sponsored CME, holidays and vacation. Relocation expenses are negotiable.

Salary : This is a 12-month, full-time appointment. Salary for the position is dependent up on faculty rank, credentials, and experience.

Qualifications : UNTHSC is an EEO/AA institution. A master's degree in PA Studies or a related field is required. A doctorate degree in education or health sciences is preferred. Three to five years of PA education and program administration experience is required. Applicants must be eligible for PA licensure in the state of Texas, which requires current NCCPA certification.

Please send a cover letter and CV to

Search Committee Chair
Associate Director, PA Studies
UNTHSC at Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76107

For more information about this position, please contact

Hank Lemke, MMS, PA-C
Chairman, Department of PA Studies
Phone: (817) 735-2301
Fax: (817) 735-2529
Email: hank.lemke@unthsc.edu.

ACADEMIC COORDINATOR (Academic Coordinator/Faculty)
George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates
Washington, D.C.

The George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates (GWU MFA) Department of Emergency Medicine is proud to announce a collaborative effort with the Prince Sultan Military College of Health Sciences in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to develop the first Physician Assistant (PA) program in the Middle East (referred to in Saudi Arabia as the 'Assistant Physician' (AP) program).

This AP program will produce skilled health care professionals to serve within the Saudi Arabian military and civilian communities. The program is based on widely recognized PA education models and the current standards of PA education in the United States. The first cohort of 40 students will begin in September 2010.

The GWU MFA has developed fully-funded, sabbatical opportunities to allow PA faculty to assume key roles as international educators while maintaining their academic positions within their own institutions. We are currently recruiting qualified faculty for direct employment with GWU MFA, or through the sabbatical program, for several faculty positions including academic coordinator (full-time position or sabbatical opportunity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia). These positions present a unique opportunity for faculty to augment their academic careers and advance the recognition of their institutions in international PA education.

For additional information, please direct all inquiries to

Amy Keim, MS, PA-C
Director, International Physician Assistant Development
Medical Faculty Associates
The George Washington University
Phone: (202) 741-2677
Fax: (202) 741-2921
Email: ipad@mfa.gwu.edu
Web: http://www.gwemed.edu/ipad

EOE

ACADEMIC COORDINATOR
Clarkson University (A Developing Program)
Potsdam, New York

Clarkson University is seeking a director of didactic education (academic coordinator) and a director of clinical education (clinical coordinator) for its developing Master of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies program. The responsibilities of these positions fall along the standard lines with the addition of building the framework of the program, preparing for ARC-PA accreditation, and meeting New York State Regents’ requirements. Position-specific standards may be found in the position listing.

The successful PA applicant will hold a master’s degree in a health related discipline with a doctorate preferred. Experience in PA education is highly valued. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are vital. A collegial attitude is a must. These positions will be at the assistant or associate professor level and may be tenure or clinical track and will remain open until filled, with September 2010 being the desired start date. Another position for an assistant professor will open later this fall.

Clarkson University is located in Potsdam, New York. It is the highest rated small research university in New York State and is an equal opportunity employer. Potsdam is a small college town with plenty to offer the outdoor enthusiast, a healthy family environment, and great four-season weather.

For application instructions and the position listing, please visit https://clarkson.peopleadmin.com and click on “faculty.” For more information on the program and the area, please contact Michael Whitehead, DHSc, RPA-C, at mwhitehe@clarkson.edu.

ACADEMIC COORDINATOR
Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York

The Hofstra University Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program, located in Hempstead, New York, on Long Island, is seeking a full time academic coordinator for its newly licensed dual-degree program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the coordination of didactic year courses, development of evaluation instruments for the three-semester medicine course, and the development of instruments to monitor overall efficacy of didactic courses. The academic coordinator is also responsible for validation and standardization of testing instruments to reflect course objectives and curriculum adherence to national and state accreditation requirements.

Successful applicants must hold a master's degree and be a licensed PA. Experience in PA education is highly desirable.

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff, and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Please send curriculum vitae to

Theresa Horvath, Program Director, at theresa.v.horvath@hofstra.edu.
113 Monroe Lecture Center
127 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549-1270
Phone: (516) 463-4804
Fax: (516) 463-5177

ACADEMIC COORDINATOR
Salus University
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania

The Salus University (SU) Physician Assistant (PA) Program, is seeking a knowledgeable, experienced, collaborative, and visionary PA to serve as academic coordinator.

The academic coordinator will work with the program director, faculty, and staff to coordinate the didactic portion of the PA program in accordance with ARC-PA Standards. In addition, this position is eligible for a joint appointment in the University’s new online Master of Public Health program, which will begin the fall of 2010.

The academic coordinator will be a full-time core faculty member and as such will participate in admissions, student teaching/evaluation/remediation, program evaluation/accreditation, and other activities required by the University and ARC-PA Standards.

Minimal required qualifications for this position include: graduation from an accredited PA program; current NCCPA certification with current licensure (or eligibility) in Pennsylvania; minimum two years’ PA clinical experience; and excellent oral, written, and computer skills. An MPH is highly desirable to assist with the development and coordination of the joint PA-MPH program. This position is eligible for either a tenure or non-tenure track appointment.

The PA program was established in 2007 and is designed with a strong emphasis on primary care medicine. The University offers a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary education and cooperation with the other clinical programs. Most recently, SU received approval for a Master of Public Health program, which will start this fall, and there are plans to offer an integrated PA/MPH in the not too distant future. Our state-of-the-art academic, research, and student facilities are located on a beautifully landscaped campus in Elkins Park, a suburb outside Philadelphia.

The salary will be commensurate with qualifications. A generous benefits package is offered. Strong candidates will be invited to the campus for an interview and formal presentation. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and names and contact information (email and telephone numbers) for three professional references to

Richard C. Vause Jr., DHSc, PA-C
Director, Physician Assistant Program
Associate Professor
Salus University
8360 Old York Road
Elkins Park, PA 19027-1598
Phone: (215) 780-1519
Email: rvause@salus.edu

AA/EOE

Clinical Coordinator (Assistant Professor )
Midwestern University Glendale
Glendale, Arizona

Midwestern University Physician Assistant (PA) Program in Glendale, Arizona, invites qualified applicants for a new, full-time clinical coordinator/assistant professor position, effective immediately. This is a 12-month, tenure-track faculty position that includes responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service. All faculty participate in academic advising, teaching, and evaluating students. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team of student-centered educators in an environment where faculty development and leadership are priorities. The faculty member will join a four-member team of faculty and staff who oversee the clinical phase of education, including a full-time clinical coordinator, clinical education specialist, clinical credentialing specialist, and dedicated clinical administrative assistant.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited PA program, current NCCPA certification, master's degree in a related discipline, and a minimum of three years' clinical practice experience. Teaching experience is preferred. The position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization skills, and computer competency. Faculty rank and competitive salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit institution that offers a competitive salary and benefits as well as an outstanding work environment. The search committee will evaluate candidates until the position is filled.

Please send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to

Jim Roch, MPAS, PA-C
Chair, Physician Assistant Search Committee
PA Program
Midwestern University
19555 N. 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308

CLINICAL COORDINATOR (Clinical Education Coordinator)
Western University
Pomona, California

Western University of Health Sciences is searching for a clinical education coordinator who will be granted an academic appointment as an instructor or assistant professor in the Master of Science Physician Assistant (PA) Program. In conjunction with the other clinical coordinators, the individual will have responsibilities to procure, develop, coordinate, and maintain clinical rotation sites for PA students. This position will require travel to clinical sites up to a 60-mile radius of the university. There may be infrequent out-of-area travel requirements. The faculty member will have additional responsibilities for classroom teaching, participating in testing, and mentoring PA students. He/she will also be actively involved with scholarly activity, professional development, student advising, curriculum review, faculty meetings, and College and University committees.

Western University of Health Sciences, located in Southern California, is a relatively small-sized graduate medical campus located in Pomona, approximately 40 miles east of Los Angeles. Favorable weather conditions allow for numerous outdoor activities at the beach, mountains, and deserts — all within one hour of travel from the local area.

The successful candidate must be a graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program. We prefer a minimum of a master's degree (bachelor's degree candidates may be considered under special circumstances), and a minimum of two years of full-time clinical experience as a PA. Applicants must have current NCCPA certification and have/be eligible for California State licensure. Applicants should be familiar with didactic teaching in a PA program. A history of scholarly activity is preferable. A strong commitment to the mission of the University and PA program is essential.

For further information and a detailed job description, please access our job site at http://www.westernu.edu/xp/edu/hr/hr-job-posting18.xml. To apply online, please go to http://www.westernu.edu/xp/edu/hr/hr-employment.xml. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. If there are further questions after reviewing the job posting, please contact the Search Chairperson, Brian Tessier, PA-C, at btessier@westernu.edu. AA/EOE/ADA.

CLINICAL COORDINATOR (Instructor/Supervised Clinical Practice Coordinator)
University of Colorado
Aurora, Colorado

Our faculty is growing with a new position for a supervised clinical practice coordinator! The Physician Assistant (PA) program at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, ranked 8th nationally of PA programs across the United States by the US News and World Report, is seeking applications for a this faculty position. The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.

Job Responsibilities: This full-time position is a member of the teaching faculty of the PA program. Duties may include, but are not limited, to clinical site recruitment, assignment of clinical rotations, teaching and advising, as well as scholarship activities.

Qualifications: This position requires NCCPA certification, three years of clinical experience, and a master’s degree. Excellent oral and written communication skills and computer ability are required. Preferred qualifications include clinical and didactic teaching experience.

The full position description is available at http://www.jobsatcu.com. See job posting #809212; position #693803. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers an excellent full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/pbs/.

Questions should be directed to Shannon Gillette at Shannon.Gillette@ucdenver.edu.

CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Clarkson University (A Developing Program)
Potsdam, New York

Clarkson University is seeking a director of didactic education (academic coordinator) and a director of clinical education (clinical coordinator) for its developing Master of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies program. The responsibilities of these positions fall along the standard lines with the addition of building the framework of the program, preparing for ARC-PA accreditation, and meeting New York State Regents’ requirements. Position-specific standards may be found in the position listing.

The successful PA applicant will hold a master’s degree in a health related discipline with a doctorate preferred. Experience in PA education is highly valued. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are vital. A collegial attitude is a must. These positions will be at the assistant or associate professor level and may be tenure or clinical track and will remain open until filled, with September 2010 being the desired start date. Another position for an assistant professor will open later this fall.

Clarkson University is located in Potsdam, New York. It is the highest rated small research university in New York State and is an equal opportunity employer. Potsdam is a small college town with plenty to offer the outdoor enthusiast, a healthy family environment, and great four-season weather.

For application instructions and the position listing, please visit https://clarkson.peopleadmin.com and click on “faculty.” For more information on the program and the area, please contact Michael Whitehead, DHSc, RPA-C, at mwhitehe@clarkson.edu.

CLINICAL COORDINATOR (Clinical Instructor/Clinical Coordinator)
Marywood University
Scranton, Pennsylvania

The Marywood University Department of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies seeks a clinical faculty member for a non-tenure track appointment beginning fall 2010 or shortly thereafter. Qualified candidates will possess a master of science degree in PA studies with NCCPA certification, licensed as PA, and valid driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates with two years' clinical experience, research, scholarship, and teaching experience.

Responsibilities include: Teach courses in areas of expertise; establish and maintain clinical sites for student rotations; participate in clinical assessment evaluation, skills instruction, and evaluation; assist with academic advisement; assist in interviewing and PA student selection process; serve on thesis and dissertation committees; participate and promote scholarship and university service.

Marywood University is a comprehensive Catholic university sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and located in northeastern Pennsylvania, easily accessible to Philadelphia, New York City, and the Pocono Mountains. Additional information about the University is available at http://www.marywood.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Letter of application, curriculum vita, names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references may be submitted to

Karen E. Arscott, DO, MSc
Chair, Search Committee
Program Director, PA Program
Marywood University
2300 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA 19509-1598

An electronic submission is preferred as an MS Word document to arscott@marywood.edu.

Marywood University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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