Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Physician Assistant Studies - MPAS Program (2 positions)

Requisition: 202600119F

Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range:

Commensurate with education and experience

Department: Dept of Physician Assistants

General Requirements:

The selected candidate will maintain awareness of the PA profession and participate in service to the program, university, and healthcare profession. The MPAS Program at SHSU seeks faculty with strong teaching, clinical, scholarly, and service backgrounds.

Candidates with experience teaching, mentoring, and advising students in higher education and professional healthcare programs are encouraged to apply. The SHSU student body comprises over 50% first-generation college students.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

The College of Health Sciences at Sam Houston State University ( SHSU ) is pleased to invite qualified applications for an Instructional Faculty position at the Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank (12-month appointment) in the proposed Master of Physician Assistant Studies ( MPAS ) Program. The Instructional Faculty will report to the Program Director and work closely with other MPAS faculty and staff to support the program’s mission and maintain compliance with ARC -PA accreditation standards.

Primary responsibilities include providing student instruction and teaching courses (didactic and/or clinical as assigned by the Program Director). The selected candidate will be responsible for administrative duties, including participating in the admission process, scheduling clinical rotations, and assisting the clinical team with program evaluation during the clinical phase. Duties will also include maintaining data and assessments to prepare reports for accreditation purposes. The faculty will be responsible for academic mentoring and advising of learners. The selected candidate will assist the Clinical Coordinator in delivering classroom learning experiences and clinical skills instruction on essential medical and clinical science topics, tailored to the individual’s qualifications. Collaboration with the Department Chair, Director of the MPAS Program, Medical Director, and other principal faculty members will be necessary to manage the curriculum effectively and ensure high-quality instruction.

Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Physician Assistant -Master’s degree from an ARC -PA accredited program.

OR

Physician – A Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy

Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

All candidates should possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member. Must have knowledge and the ability to comply with accreditation standards related to evaluation and assessment. Physician Assistant with the following: Master’s degree from an ARC -PA accredited program. Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Current license or eligibility for licensing as a physician assistant in the State of Texas. ORPhysician with the following:A Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy with a full unrestricted MD license or eligibility to obtain such licensure in the State of Texas. ORNon-clinician Scientist or Health Professional with the following:Master’s degree or higher in a health- or science-related field.