"Clinical Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Studies"

• Minneapolis, MN, USA
• Full-time
• Job Classification: Faculty
• FLSA Status: Exempt (salaried/teaching/stipend)
• Department: Master of Physician Assistant Studies
• Type of employment: Regular full-time

Company Description

Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.

Augsburg's Statement of Commitment on Equity

We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts. Recognizing that higher education's democratic promise is compromised by systemic and systematic barriers to college access and completion, Augsburg is called to stand for equity in everything we do to fulfill our academic mission, serve our students and engage our fellow citizens.

Job Description

The Physician Assistant Studies Program at Augsburg University invites candidates to apply for a position as a full-time, non-tenure track faculty member. This renewable 3-year special appointment provides an opportunity to teach in an inclusive, hands-on classroom, lab, and community-based setting, including the Augsburg Health Commons. A PA faculty’s role is to be primary instructor for academic courses and sharing responsibility for teaching across the curriculum in their area of expertise. Specifically, faculty develop course content and teach students through lectures, physical exam and technical skills instruction, facilitating small group and case-based learning, grading and coaching/advising students. All faculty members are also engaged in departmental and university assessment, professional development, and accreditation compliance.

Augsburg PA trains empathic, community-minded, and forward-thinking health care leaders to practice in primary care with a focus on underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized communities. Specializing in team-based learning for team-based patient care, Augsburg’s PA program values connection, inclusion, and innovation. As the first accredited PA program in Minnesota, Augsburg PA prepares students to be practice-ready through case-based learning, projects, and hands-on skills, including mannequin-based simulation and point of care ultrasound. Successful candidates should be a self-motivated team member, looking to grow their educational and professional experience, as well as the program's. This person will work well in collaboration with a cohesive and experienced group of faculty and professional staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in PA studies or related discipline, doctoral degree preferred.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Eligibility for PA licensure in Minnesota.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a PA.
• Previous in-person or virtual lecturing experience within a PA educational program
• Demonstrated organizational and professional skills

Additional Information

To apply for this position, upload a cover letter, CV, and official transcripts. In the cover letter, candidates should address their ability to educate and mentor diverse students and/or contribute to a diverse community. As a part of the online application process, you will be required to provide the names of three professional references. If your application advances in this search, you will be notified prior to Augsburg University contacting your references. Application review will begin immediately; position open until filled.