Job Description

Overview:

Quinnipiac University invites applications for a 12-month full-time clinical faculty role in the Physician Assistant Program.  The rank for this position can be at the rank of either associate or assistant depending on experience.

As a Principal Faculty Member in the program, this person will have responsibilities for didactic and clinical instruction.

Candidates who are licensed Physician Assistants with relevant experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply. A weekly clinical practice day may be considered and negotiable at the time of job offer.

About the School/Program:

The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty and professional staff and enrolls over 2120 students across over 20 graduate and undergraduate academic offerings. The school is organized into 8 departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, health sciences, radiologic sciences, medical microbiology & Immunology and diagnostic medical sonography and graduate majors in physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, biomedical sciences, pathologists’ assistant and cardiovascular perfusion. Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, creating pioneering research, and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of people and communities. Through unique and distinctive academic programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, immersive learning experiences, and student-centeredness we empower students to deliver compassionate care, create innovation through research, and catalyze change in dynamic health fields. Our emphasis on evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, and interprofessional skills equips our graduates to make impactful and inclusive contributions to their professions. In all our endeavors, we are guided by a commitment to innovation, accountability, excellence, and social responsibility as we aspire to be a first-choice school of excellence and a global leader in fostering new knowledge, improving healthcare, and increasing health equity.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women’s rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women’s basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review’s “The Best 388 Colleges.” The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:

Support Quinnipiac University and its School of Health Sciences’ missions, visions, and core values.

Administrative

• Regular participation in Physician Assistant Studies (PA) programmatic assessment activities;
• Monitoring student performance in the didactic and clinical years, including attainment of competencies and progression;
• As a member of the clinical team, regularly performing clinical site visits, clinical site development and clinical student advisement;
• Participating in all department-required faculty activities;
• At the discretion of and appointment by the Department Chair, participating on departmental committees;
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chair/Program Director;
• At the direction of the Department Chair/Associate Chair, representing the undergraduate and graduate PA programs during recruitment events, welcome weekend, admitted students’ weekends, and open houses.

Teaching and Course Coordination

• Active participation in the remediation and advisement of clinical students;
• Carry an annual course teaching load of 12 credit-hours per year, or the equivalent contact hours, based on the School of Health Sciences policies on administrative duties and faculty rank;
• Participation in regular peer review and psychometric evaluation of assessments;
• Participation in student exam review sessions;
• Coordinate one didactic course annually;
• Regular participation in practical and OSCE assessments of students.

Student Advisement

• Regular advisement of a fairly distributed portion of the students in the clinical phase of the program.

Education Requirements:

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • Physician Assistant
    • Earned Master's degree in the area of Physician Assistant from an accredited institution in the United States;
    • Minimum 2 years of current clinical experience as a Physician Assistant in the United States;
    • Valid National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification and eligibility for PA licensure in the State of Connecticut;
  • or Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (MD/DO)
    • Minimum of 2 years of current clinical experience as a board-certified physician in the United States;
    • Board certification and eligibility for MD/DO licensure in the State of Connecticut;

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution in the United States;
• Physician Assistant / medical education experience.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements & demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

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