Assistant/Associate Professor Principal Faculty (PA Medicine)
Assistant/Associate Professor 鈥� Principal Faculty (Full-Time)
School of Physician Assistant Medicine 鈥� Northwest
University
Position Details
Department: School of Physician Assistant Medicine
Reports To: Dean
/ Program Director, School of PA Medicine
Appointment: 12-Month Appointment
Classification: Faculty, Full-Time (Tenure
Track or Non-Tenure Track)
Position Summary
Northwest University seeks a qualified candidate for a full-time
Principal Faculty position in the School of Physician Assistant Medicine. This role integrates didactic instruction and clinical
education, supporting the development and delivery of the PA curriculum in alignment with ARC-PA accreditation standards.
The successful candidate will collaborate with program faculty and staff to design, implement, and evaluate curriculum, support student
learning and advising, and assist in program operations. This position includes responsibilities in both didactic instruction and
clinical education, including clinical site development, student assessment, and participation in accreditation activities.
The
principal faculty member reports to the Dean/Program Director of the PA Program and participates fully in the academic, operational,
and mission-driven life of the university.
Northwest University seeks candidates who demonstrate a vibrant Christian faith
compatible with the mission of the university, and who can integrate faith with 四虎影视, service, and mentorship within the healthcare
professions.
Position Flexibility: This full-time position combines clinical and didactic faculty responsibilities. The role
may be considered for division into two half-time (0.5 FTE) appointments鈥攐ne clinical and one didactic鈥攆or qualified candidates seeking
part-time employment.
Essential Responsibilities
Didactic Education Responsibilities
- Provide
classroom and laboratory instruction within the PA curriculum. - Design, implement, coordinate, and evaluate courses and
curriculum. - Participate in curriculum sequencing and assessment to ensure alignment with ARC-PA standards.
- Evaluate student academic performance and provide formative and summative feedback.
- Participate in Observed Structured
Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) and other competency assessments. - Provide academic advising and mentoring to PA
students. - Participate in the development and revision of:
- Program mission
- Program competencies
- Program goals
- Ensure the availability of remedial instruction for students requiring academic support.
- Contribute to program evaluation and continuous quality improvement activities.
Clinical Education
Responsibilities
- Assist with the implementation and evaluation of the clinical phase curriculum.
- Support clinical site development and maintenance.
- Conduct clinical site visits as needed to ensure quality
educational experiences. - Collaborate with the Clinical Education Manager and Program Director to maintain ARC-PA
compliance for clinical education requirements. - Assist with monitoring PAEA End-of-Rotation exams and other clinical
student assessments. - Participate in clinical student callback days and clinical skill assessments.
- Review and
analyze clinical phase outcomes and assessment data.
Program and University Service
- Participate in
ARC-PA accreditation activities and program documentation. - Serve on the Admissions Committee and assist with
applicant selection. - Participate in student recruitment activities.
- Serve on the PA Operations Committee
and other program committees. - Participate in university governance as assigned.
- Contribute to department, college, and
university committees and other university service commitments. - Perform other duties in support of the PA program as assigned by
the Dean or Program Director.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Licensed
Physician Assistant/Associate (PA-C) or MD/DO. - Current or previous/emeritus board certification in the
candidate鈥檚 field. - Minimum three years of clinical practice experience as a PA-C or Physician.
- Eligibility for
licensure in the state of Washington. - Demonstrated commitment to Christian faith consistent with the mission of Northwest
University. - Ability to integrate faith-based worldview into 四虎影视, mentoring, and healthcare education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous academic appointment or 四虎影视 experience.
- Experience as a
clinical preceptor or PA educator. - Experience with PA program accreditation standards or curriculum development.
- Leadership experience in healthcare education.
- Willingness to pursue or currently enrolled in a doctoral degree in
a related discipline. - Established relationships with regional healthcare organizations or clinical sites.
- Active participation in a local church community.
Compensation
Based on education and experience,
compensation for Assistant Professor starts at $107,586 to a median of $120,000.
Application Requirements
Applicants
should submit:
- Letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position
- Current curriculum vitae
- Graduate school transcripts
- List of three professional references with contact information
- Statement of 四虎影视
philosophy, including integration of Christian faith and healthcare education - Brief narrative describing personal Christian faith
and current church affiliation
Applications should be submitted to:
heather.deibler@northwestu.edu
About Northwest University
Northwest University is a Christian coeducational undergraduate and graduate institution affiliated with the Assemblies of God,
located in Kirkland, Washington. The university is dedicated to fostering spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and engagement
with human need.
Faculty members are expected to affirm and support the university鈥檚 Statement of Faith and mission.
