Franklin Pierce University · 1 day ago
Principal Faculty - Assistant/Associate Professor (MPAS-TX)
Round Rock, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
3+ years expFranklin Pierce University is committed to fostering academic success and personal growth through its Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program. The Principal Faculty will be responsible for curriculum development, teaching, clinical course coordination, and academic advising, while also engaging in institutional service and professional development activities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teach a variety of classes in the didactic and clinical phases of the program
Teach assigned courses in accordance with the course syllabus, institutional policy, and accreditation standards
Develop and update course syllabi, required reading assignments, and learning objectives
Participate in the update and revision of course content and teaching methodology to maintain current evidence-based medicine
Maintain familiarity with current texts, up-to-date materials, teaching aids and techniques relative to courses within the discipline and recommend their adoption when appropriate
Provide advice and/or assistance as appropriate to faculty regarding course content and instructional materials
Adhere to all institutional policies and procedures as well as those outlined in the MPAS Faculty Handbook
Assist with the administration, organization, and development of the clinical education phase of the program
Develop and coordinate the annual clinical year calendar and rotation schedule
Develop and update clinical course syllabi, required reading assignments, and learning objectives for all rotations
Develop and maintain clinical site relationships, including performing occasional clinical site visits
Coordinate clinical student placements
Evaluate clinical year students
Document and analyze student grades, remediation plans, clinical issues, and other topics related to both clinical sites and clinical year students
Advise preceptors on expected program learning outcomes
Post and observe office hours for purposes of academic advising and student consultation. Set office hours during times that are convenient for students. Meet with students as needed by appointment
Maintain general knowledge of degree requirements, graduation requirements, remediation, and student services
Monitor students’ academic and clinical performance to ensure their success and entry-level competency
Attend and actively participate in scheduled department, division, and university-wide committees
Actively participate in assisting the university in maintaining standards required for accreditation
Participate in the PA White Coat Ceremony, graduation ceremonies in full regalia, and other official events
Participate in orientation and faculty development events as per the Program Director and Dean of CHNS
Develop, review, and revise the mission statement, goals, and competencies of he program, as needed
Perform other duties as determined in consultation with the Program Director
Actively seek ways to continually improve quality instruction
Maintain personal and professional development appropriate for areas of responsibility
Maintain knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic disciplines pertinent to PA education
Engage in scholarship activities to enhance our program and the University’s mission
Volunteer in community activities and services
Recruit and network to seek ongoing faculty, lecturers, and preceptors
Orient new faculty, lecturers, staff, and students as needed
Develop and analyze exams using available software
Participate in the admissions process
Participate in the program’s ongoing self-study and accreditation process, including preparation of documents and/or reports, as well as active participation in site visits by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
Participate in university activities
Meet requirements articulated in the faculty protocol
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must have knowledge of educational, management, and adult learning theory and principles and be able to administer, assess, and document programmatic education trends and data
Must have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a practicing provider
Faculty shall be a graduate of an accredited PA program or have related health degree (MD/PhD/NP/DO), with a minimum of a master's degree
Faculty shall maintain National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification if a physician assistant
A current PA, NP, MD, or DO license is required or eligibility to achieve licensure within one (1) year of hire
Incumbent will work under typical office conditions, as well as travel to clinical rotation sites as needed
Preferred
Previous teaching experience or preceptorship is preferred
Company
Franklin Pierce University
Franklin Pierce University is a school in Rindge.
501-1000 employees
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