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Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor Apply now   Job no: 504337 Work type: Full-Time Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA Categories: Drexel University, College of Nursing and Health Professions

Job Summary The Drexel University Physician Assistant (PA) Program seeks an experienced, energetic individual with experience in PA education to join the PA faculty. This is a 12-month, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor. This position will work in the clinical and didactic phases of the program. Drexel's PA program is one of the nation's oldest and most established PA programs. Our fully accredited program has 15 full-time faculty, four support staff, and is located in the Health Sciences Division of the College of Nursing & Health Professions (CNHP) - one of Drexel University's largest colleges. Our program is committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty, student body, and the physician assistant workforce. Candidates who identify as a member of an underrepresented population group in the physician assistant profession are encouraged to apply. A new faculty member will join the PA program at an exciting time. In August 2022, CNHP moved to the newly constructed Health Sciences Building on Drexel's main campus in University City, Philadelphia. This state-of-the-art health education and research building houses CNHP's many departments (https://drexel.edu/cnhp/academics/departments/), the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences & Professional Studies, and Drexel's College of Medicine. Our new facilities are among the best in the nation and position Drexel as a leading destination for learners, clinicians, researchers, and industry partners. In addition to Drexel University, the University City section of Philadelphia is home to the University of Pennsylvania, the Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian Hospital, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. University City is a regional hub for innovation and development in technology and the life sciences. It's a vibrant part of the city with a growing number of restaurants, businesses, and wellness spaces. Essential Functions This position will work in the clinical and didactic phases of the program. Drexel's PA program is one of the nation's oldest and most established PA programs. Our fully accredited program has 15 full-time faculty, four support staff, and is located in the Health Sciences Division of the College of Nursing & Health Professions (CNHP) - one of Drexel University's largest colleges. Our program is committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty, student body, and the physician assistant workforce. Candidates who identify as a member of an underrepresented population group in the physician assistant profession are encouraged to apply. A new faculty member will join the PA program at an exciting time. In August 2022, CNHP moved to the newly constructed Health Sciences Building on Drexel's main campus in University City, Philadelphia. This state-of-the-art health education and research building houses CNHP's many departments (https://drexel.edu/cnhp/academics/departments/), the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences & Professional Studies, and Drexel's College of Medicine. Our new facilities are among the best in the nation and position Drexel as a leading destination for learners, clinicians, researchers, and industry partners. In addition to Drexel University, the University City section of Philadelphia is home to the University of Pennsylvania, the Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian Hospital, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. University City is a regional hub for innovation and development in technology and the life sciences. It's a vibrant part of the city with a growing number of restaurants, businesses, and wellness spaces. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Physician A sistant or related field 2+ years of relevant experience Certified Physician Assistant with PA education experience Pennsylvania licensure or eligibility Excellence in classroom and/or clinical teaching Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and health equity Knowledge of and experience in the ARC-PA accreditation process Evidence of demonstrated commitment to student achievement and success as well as strong support for faculty development and a commitment to collaboration within the PA program and across the institution a must. Preferred Qualifications Evidence of successful and effective teaching in a physician assistant education program Evidence of demonstrated commitment to student success Identifies as a member of an underrepresented population in the physician assistant profession Doctoral degree Physical Requirements Typically sitting at a desk/table Location University City - Philadelphia, PA Additional Information This is a full-time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The salary offered is based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet. Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified. Advertised: Dec 9 2024  Eastern Standard Time Applications close: Jan 9 2025  Eastern Standard Time Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend

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