Assistant Professor in Physician Assistant (Ruskin,
FL)
Position Summary:
Gannon University's Morosky College of Health Professions and
Sciences Physician Assistant Program at the Ruskin, Florida campus
is seeking applications for a faculty position. The appointment for
this 12-month, tenure track or teaching track appointment begins
July 2026. Gannon University seeks excellence through inclusiveness
and invites women and members of underrepresented groups to
apply.
Gannon University is committed to excellence in student-centered
learning with an emphasis on student-learning outcomes. The faculty
work collaboratively with colleagues, deliver instruction, advise
students, engage in scholarly activities in keeping with the Boyer
Model of Scholarship as is appropriate to the application and
receipt of tenure and promotion at Gannon, and engage in
University, professional, and community service activities.
Specific responsibilities include working with didactic and
clinical year students enrolled in the PA program according to
established ARC-PA standards. This position is responsible for
advising students, lecturing within the program, preparing student
examinations, providing research guidance to graduate-level
students, and providing service to the University, community, and
PA profession.
The Ruskin, FL location is found along the Gulf Coast of Florida in
the beautiful Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg/Bradenton area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The functions below are detailed in the faculty handbook in Volume
IV of the Institutional Policy Manual.
- Teach 24 credit hours in the academic year or as otherwise
specified by the faculty member's appointment notice; student
course evaluations are to be completed in each course. Faculty are
expected to employ sound pedagogical practices and to use
technology as appropriate, including the University's learning
management system. Faculty shall assist with course revisions and
curriculum development as needed.
Achieve appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses
taught.
Engage in scholarly pursuits pertinent to their academic
discipline. Scholarship, as defined by the Boyer model, includes
The Scholarship of Discovery, The Scholarship of Integration, The
Scholarship of Application, The Scholarship of Teaching, and The
Scholarship of Engagement.
Participate in service to the University, the community and to
their profession. Attend commencement exercises and community
meetings.
Participate in ongoing professional development.
Assist, advise, and mentor students enrolled in the
University.
Fulfill the essential duties and responsibilities of a faculty
member as described in Volume IV of the Gannon University
Institutional Policy Manual, which contains the approved policies
and procedures of the University concerning the terms and
conditions of faculty employment at the University.
Required Qualifications:
Education/Experience: Master's degree required.
Appropriate full-time clinical experience required.
Rank: In accordance with the University's
standards, the Provost and Vice President for Student Experience
awards initial rank at the time of employment.
Licenses and Certifications: Current NCCPA
certification required for PAs; candidates must have or be eligible
for PA, MD, or DO licensure in Florida
University Mission: Must be able to support and
promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity,
and its strong liberal arts foundation that supports exemplary
professional education programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate degree is preferred.
- Prior teaching or clinical preceptor experience and research
experience are preferred.
- Three to five years clinical experience is preferred.
Location: Ruskin, Fl
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Col.Health Professions & Sci.
Division: School of Health Professions
Subdivision:
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