ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROFESSOR / Physician Assistant, Prinicipal Faculty (Ranked)

Hiring Department

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL of MEDICINE
PA PROGRAM

PA Principal Faculty – Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor

The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Physician Assistant (PA) Program is seeking a dynamic PA to join our team as we expand to the thriving MU campus in Columbia, Missouri. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an established program as we increase our capacity to train PAs to serve the health care needs of Missourians. Work alongside colleagues committed to excellence in PA education and play a key role in shaping the MU campus program. This is a ranked full time non-tenure track faculty position with UMKC, which is located at the MU campus in Columbia, Missouri.

The UMKC PA program is recognized for our quality graduates, innovative curriculum, community service, and professional stewardship. This 29-month (7 semester) program currently admits 20 students per cohort at the UMKC Health Sciences District campus and proposes to admit up to 20 students per cohort at the MU location.

Job Description

The experienced clinician/educator will be instrumental in launching our distant campus location and mentor the next generation of PAs in a supportive and collaborative academic environment. The faculty member will be involved in all facets of delivering a rigorous curriculum. Faculty will teach and direct courses in the didactic and clinical phases of the program, collaborate with dedicated faculty to implement an array of teaching and evaluation strategies, and build on existing relationships with clinical partners. Additional duties include student academic and professional development advising; participation in student admissions activities; participation in the program’s ongoing self-study, accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement processes; and involvement in university service activities.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements for this position include graduation from an accredited PA program, hold or working toward a Master’s degree, eligibility for Missouri PA licensure, and current NCCPA-certification. Previous teaching experience is desirable. The candidate should be highly motivated and organized as well as possess excellent communication skills.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary range is commensurate with rank, credentials, demonstrated success in education, and experience. There is opportunity for a clinical release arrangement.

This is a 12-month, ranked faculty appointment eligible for promotion. Our academic schedules and workload promote a positive work/life balance.

Application Materials

For consideration, you must apply online at https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/ (Job Opening ID 56104) Title: Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor.

Please complete the application information and questions. Combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments.

• personal letter of interest with accompanying curriculum vitae
• a list of professional references with current contact information

Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to Julie Wright, PharmD, Associate Dean, wrightj@umkc.edu, 816-235-5249.