Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies, Non-Tenure Track, Spring 2021

General Information

Chapman University’s graduate program in Physician Assistant Studies seeks applications for a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor.   Successful candidates will begin in the Spring/Summer 2021.

Chapman University is a nationally-ranked institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. The University achieved R2 status in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, a distinction held by just 10 percent of all U.S. universities and is ranked as #124th among Best National Universities by US News and World Report (2021). Our faculty include academic leaders who excel in research, publishing and world-class teaching in our 11 schools and colleges, including Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. Dedicated to forward-looking, personalized education, we create an environment for unlimited achievement by both our students and faculty.  More information about the university and Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences is available at https://www.chapman.edu/crean

The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at https://www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Qualifications

Graduate of a fully accredited PA, MD, or DO Program. Eligibility for California licensure as a PA, MD, or DO.  PAs must have master’s degree or higher, and active NCCPA certification.  Preference will be given to candidates who also hold a second graduate degree such as PhD, Ed.D., D.Sc., MPH, M.S., or other graduate degree that would complement the PA program. Experience teaching in medical or higher education, inter-professional education, and incorporating technology into teaching and professional practice is highly desirable. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience and are proficient in hands on clinical skills.  

Responsibilities

Teach and direct course(s) in area(s) of medical expertise and knowledge, create course syllabi, assist in curriculum development and assessment in medical modules such as Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, etc., and teach in the clinical skills course. Maintain clinical competency, participate in inter-professional education experiences, assist in clinical site recruitment and maintenance, and help the clinical year team. Candidate will also participate in admissions process, University and community service, and ongoing program accreditation, evaluations, assessment, assist with  the student society within program, and any other tasks/responsibilities as directed by the Program Chair and/or Dean of Crean College of Health & Behavioral Sciences. 

Contact Information

Candidates should electronically submit:

1. Chapman University Faculty Employment Application
2. Letter of Application
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Reprints of Publications
5. Samples of Curriculum Development
6. or Other materials that support your application

Please address materials to:
Mayngan Stone, MSPAS, PA-C, Search Committee Chair
c/o Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17447

Inquiries may be directed to Christy Dumaual (dumaual@chapman.edu). Please use “PA Principle Faculty” as the email subject line.

Application reviews will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.  This position is contingent on final budget approval.  Successful completion of a criminal background check is required for the final candidate.

The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the Chapman University-Crean College MMS PA Studies Program sponsored by Chapman University. Accreditation-Continued is an accreditation status granted when a currently accredited program is in compliance with the ARC-PA Standards.  Accreditation remains in effect until the program closes or withdraws from the accreditation process or until accreditation is withdrawn for failure to comply with the Standards. The approximate date for the next validation review of the program by the ARC-PA will be September 2030. The review date is contingent upon continued compliance with the Accreditation Standards and ARC-PA policy.   The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at http://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-chapman-university

Download a copy of the Chapman Faculty Application for Employment here.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

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