Full-time Faculty in the Physician Assistant Program

Full-time Faculty in the Physician Assistant Program

University of Dubuque

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Posted On 06/03/2025

Refreshed On 09/24/2026

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a Full-time Faculty in the Physician Assistant Program for January 2027.

Position Summary:

This is a university faculty position with academic rank determined by the appointee's academic credentials and professional experience. The faculty member's primary responsibilities include developing and delivering evidence-based, face-to-face instruction in the basic medical and clinical sciences within their areas of expertise. Using a variety of instructional methods, the faculty member provides classroom lectures and clinical skills instruction, assists with laboratory teaching and demonstrations, evaluates student learning and performance, and advises students.

Primary Responsibilities:

Mission

Engage fully with the University's mission through excellence in teaching and advising, ongoing scholarship and professional development, and active service to the campus and broader community

Teaching and Advising

• Maintain a full-time credit load in collaboration with the department and the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA)

• Participate in regular assessment and evaluation to foster continued pedagogical growth

• Deliver relevant and current curriculum using a variety of teaching methods and standardized tools that accurately reflect effectiveness of course content

• Be an active and present member of the campus community by supporting students outside of the classroom during regularly scheduled office hours

• Advise and mentor students and communicate early with any student in danger of failure or in need of individual counseling

Scholarship and Professional Development

• Actively participate in academic and clinical scholarship, including but not limited to obtaining grant funding, research, article submissions, presentations, publications, peer review, and/or monitoring student research

• Build and maintain a professional portfolio for advancement in rank and tenure

• Maintain an active clinical practice with an average of 6 hours per week

• Undertake the necessary steps to stay certified or licensed in the discipline as expected by outside accreditation standards and/or best practices

Service

• Participate in the ongoing assessment of the curricular and administrative aspects of the program through departmental meetings and committees

• Serve on and contribute to academic and/or University-wide committees

• Assist in program accreditation requirements and activities

• Represent the University in professional associations, conferences, or community partnerships related to the faculty member's field

• Other duties as assigned by the VPAA's office or department head in support of the University's Mission

• Provide service to the program, university, PA profession, and community, as assigned by the Program Director and/or Office of Academic Affairs

Position Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate expertise in the academic discipline being taught through completed coursework or qualified experience

• Develop and use teaching methods that engage students and help them learn

• Communicate and collaborate clearly and effectively with students, staff, and faculty members

• Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and maintain an active gradebook

• Adapt to changes in the educational landscape, such as new technologies and educational standards

• Practice professional and collegial behavior, cultural competency, and inclusive approaches in all circumstances

Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in a healthcare-related area (PA-C, MD, DO)

• PAs must hold current NCCPA certification, a Master's Degree, and be eligible for licensure in the state of Iowa

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience is required

• Prior teaching in a PA program and prior precepting experience is preferred

To learn more about what Dubuque, Iowa has to offer Click Here (https://www.greaterdubuque.org/live-here)

To apply to a growing, faith-based University for the Full-time Faculty in the Physician Assistant Program position, please submit a UD Employment Application (https://www.dbq.edu/AboutUD/Employment/OnlineApplicationforEmployment/) with an attached cover letter, resume, and three professional references or email application materials to [email protected] .

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Clerical/Office Administration

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Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

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Full Time

Company ID

1313

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20250603

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University of Dubuque

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About the University of Dubuque

The University of Dubuque is a private, Presbyterian, coeducational, professional university with a foundation in the liberal arts. Our commitment is to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit as well as encouraging students to explore their fullest potential, is part of a rich Christian identity that dates back to the University's founding in 1852. Our welcoming interfaith community of 2000 students attracts young men and women from across the country and around the globe who seek the knowledge and the skills to make a difference in our ever-changing world. Within a values and faith base, we offer you an array of perspectives and broad exposure to our truly global society. The University comprises the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the theological seminary.

Mission and Vision

The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world.

As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world.

Therefore, the University of Dubuque is committed to:

• A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions;

• Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development;

• Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation;

• A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced;

• Stewardship of all God' human and natural resources;

• Zeal for life-long learning and service.