Ranked ASSOCIATE or ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR/ PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM / UMKC School of

Hiring Department

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL of MEDICINE
Department of Graduate Health Professions
Physician Assistant Program

The UMKC Physician Assistant (PA) program is recognized for our quality graduates, innovative curriculum, community service, and professional stewardship. We are one program on two campuses.

Job Description

This is a ranked full time non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Associate or Assistant Teaching Professor. The experienced clinician and educator will work closely with the clinical education team to deliver the clinical curriculum and maintain professional relationships with clinical sites and preceptors. Additional duties include classroom instruction; 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.