Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Studies

Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Faculty Position: Full-time, Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies (or as determined by the provost); promotion per the Lenoir-Rhyne University Faculty Handbook with appointments and privileges comparable to other faculty with similar academic responsibilities in the institution. 12-month full-time appointment

Position Summary

The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (PAS) program faculty have primary responsibility for design and implementation of the educational curriculum, facilitation of all aspects of student learning and student advisement for achievement of educational goals. The faculty works with the program director, didactic and clinical faculty, to ensure the didactic and clinical year student learning outcomes are met. All positions are based on enrollment and subject to available funding.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff, and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation, and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Support the program by contributing to the development, review, and continual improvement of the program's mission, goals, and competencies in alignment with accreditation standards and institutional priorities.
2. Contribute to instruction and assessment as course coordinator, lecturer, laboratory instructor, and/or small group discussion facilitator in areas aligned with clinical experience and academic preparation; and assist with remedial instruction as assigned.
3. Support curriculum operations including planning, development, delivery, mapping, and continual improvement of program content.
4. Participate in all program operations, including participation in admissions and recruitment, as well as instructional, evaluative, administrative, and accreditation-related activities as directed by the program director.
5. Provide academic advising and mentorship to students throughout the duration of the program.
6. Engage in shared governance and other services through service on PAS, college, and university committees, other university governance bodies, and through other service to the institution and community.
7. Demonstrate professional leadership through active involvement in relevant physician assistant organizations.
8. Maintain required professional licensure and certification as applicable to the role.
9. Pursue continuing professional development relevant to clinical, educational, and academic responsibilities.
10. Maintain confidentiality entrusted to you by students, colleagues, or the university.
11. Foster a respectful and welcoming campus environment.
12. Adhere to ethical principles and professional responsibilities designated by the university faculty handbook.
13. Perform additional duties assigned by the program director.

Position requirements in the role description outlined above indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Position descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list for the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested and acquire new skills and responsibilities. Lenoir-Rhyne University reserves the right to modify, add, remove, or waive the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.

Qualifications

1. A master's degree in a medical science related field is required, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in content relevant to physician assistant education. A master's degree from an accredited physician assistant program is preferred.
2. A minimum of 2 years of relevant academic experience or clinical practice experience is required.
3. Candidates who are currently NCCPA certified or emeritus are preferred; however, applicants from professions other than PAs will be considered.
4. If a PA, applicants must hold a valid PA license in the State of North Carolina or be eligible to obtain licensure.
5. Teaching experience in PA education in the clinical setting or classroom is preferred.
6. Candidates must possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
7. A record of professional, academic, and administrative achievement is preferred.
8. Active participation or leadership in local, regional, or national PA organizations is preferred.
9. Experience with curriculum development, review, and revision is preferred.

Compensation

Lenoir-Rhyne University offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary transparency is a priority; detailed information will be provided to candidates during the interview process.

Application Process

While completing the application, candidates will be prompted to submit: 

1. Letter of Application, specifically discussing how the candidate meets the needs of the position
2. Curriculum Vitae (including the names and addresses of three references).
3. Statement of teaching philosophy, that explains how you incorporate varied perspectives and traditions in your teaching and learning.

The University’s mission, vision, and values statements may be reviewed using About LR.  

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good. 

About College of Health Sciences

The College of Health Sciences provides current and practical knowledge and skills that prepare students for success in differing health science careers. The college offers four undergraduate degrees in exercise science, nursing, public health, and sports management. At the graduate level, the college offers a Master of Science in Exercise Science, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP/FNP).

About Lenoir-Rhyne University

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a co-educational, private, comprehensive institution founded in 1891, with its traditional campus located in Hickory, North Carolina, a city of more than 40,000. The university has additional graduate centers in Asheville, N.C., and Columbia, S.C. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lenoir- Rhyne is less than an hour’s drive from Charlotte, and the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metropolitan Statistical Area has a population of about 365,000. The university now offers more than 45 undergraduate and 20 graduate degree programs to approximately 2,400 students. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build community, and promote responsible leadership for service to the world. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Lenoir-Rhyne is open to people from all religious and non-religious backgrounds.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policy    

Lenoir-Rhyne University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment, as well as other benefits, programs, and activities that are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

LR is committed to creating a safe campus environment for all members of the LR community, including, but not limited to, those who identify as transgender and gender non-conforming. To that end, LR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including sex stereotypes and sex characteristics), ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.

To ensure compliance with federal and state civil rights laws and regulations and to affirm its commitment to promoting the goals of fairness and equity in all aspects of the educational program, activity and employment, LR has developed internal policies and procedures that provide a prompt, fair and impartial process for those involved in an allegation of discrimination or harassment, and for allegations of retaliation.

LR values and upholds the equal dignity of all members of its community and strives to balance the rights of the parties in the grievance process during what is often a difficult time for all those involved.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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