"PA Principal Faculty Member"

PA Principal Faculty Members

Elon University, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of PA Principal Faculty Member in the Department of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies. Elon University is accepting applications from experienced physician assistants to join its growing Physician Assistant Program at an exciting moment in the Department’s development. This position is tenure-track eligible.

As the program grows its cohort size to meet the increasing demand for highly prepared PAs, Elon is seeking several new Principal Faculty members who want to contribute to a thriving and fully accredited program that is building on its strong foundation of success. Established in 2013, the program has continued to grow in reputation and impact, and this expansion reflects both the excellence of the current program and the University’s continued commitment to engaged, forward-thinking health sciences education.

These full-time, twelve-month faculty roles offer two possible start dates, with some positions beginning in May 2026 and additional appointments beginning in Summer 2026. Principal Faculty report directly to the Chair/Program Director and play a key part in shaping curriculum, teaching across the didactic and clinical phases, and supporting students as teacher-scholar-mentors. Elon’s physician assistant faculty are encouraged to engage in clinical practice or scholarship one day each week.

For educators who value meaningful student interaction, a supportive academic community, and the chance to contribute to a program that continues to grow in exciting ways, Elon University offers an exceptional professional home. The compensation offered will be commensurate with qualifications and include an excellent benefits package and generous retirement plan.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching.
• Direct academic courses:
  • Coordinate the sequencing and delivery of content within assigned courses in the didactic and clinical year.
  • Coordinate student evaluation within assigned courses.
  • Serve as lecturer, lab instructor, small group facilitator and evaluator in didactic and clinical phase courses.
  • Address the evolving needs of the program and its students, including serving as an advisor for individual students.
• Participate in other departmental responsibilities:
  • Proctoring exams, grading OSCEs, facilitating case-based simulation activities, etc.
  • Serve as Master’s Project advisor.
  • Advise and provide academic counseling for students in academic and clinical phases, including conducting clinical site visits.
  • Engage in admissions activities, including, but not limited to, reviewing candidate applications, interviewing candidates, and selecting the cohort.
• Assist with program continuous self-assessment and improvement, including continuance of accreditation by ARC-PA.
• Serve on departmental, School of Health Science, and University committees as elected or appointed.
• Maintain a record of ongoing scholarly activity and faculty development.
• Timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in PA studies or other applicable healthcare discipline, with a preference for clinicians who can evaluate the skills of PA learners.
• Current certification by the NCCPA or appropriate certifying board.
• Eligibility for North Carolina state licensure as appropriate.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with educational and office technology (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Teaching experience strongly preferred.

Application and Nomination Process:

All correspondence relating to the position of PA Principal Faculty Member at Elon University should be directed in confidence to the University’s executive search consultant:

Dr. Lea Johnson, Assistant Vice President
Scott Healy & Associates
lea@scotthealy.com

A complete application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Updated CV;
3. Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by February 6, 2026 will receive priority consideration and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The search will remain open until the position is filled.