Lecturer, Part-Time Temporary, Physician Assistant Department, 2026-27

Description

Adjunct Faculty Role

Adjunct Faculty are essential for curricular delivery in the Baylor Physician Assistant Program. Their contributions are most prominent during immersive learning experiences held on the Baylor campus in Waco, Texas, though instruction may also occur through synchronous or asynchronous teaching methods. Adjunct Faculty bring essential knowledge, skills, and contemporary professional expertise that enrich students’ learning and development. They demonstrate teaching proficiency and a commitment to student success by delivering assigned course content in a way that promotes meaningful learning and mastery of course material. 

Primary Functions

Teaching is the primary responsibility of Adjunct Faculty members. Responsibilities may include some or all of the following, based on the terms and conditions of their appointment: 

1. Deliver assigned courses and complete associated tasks in accordance with the Program’s approved course description(s) and competency-based student learning outcomes and instructional objectives. 
2. Meet deadlines and follow directions of the lead course instructor(s), program and Department leadership, and the Dean or Associate Dean of the College.
3. Demonstrate expertise in the discipline and apply effective instructional delivery methods.
4. Maintain accurate and complete records of student participation and performance.
5. Utilize appropriate methods to assess student performance in alignment with established learning outcomes, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
6. Submit grades and other required documentation in a timely manner.
7. Collaborate with the appropriate principal faculty members, the Chair of Student Success and Progression, and the Program Director to identify and address student issues as appropriate.
8. Collaborate with the appropriate principal faculty members and the Program Director to support student progress and address academic or behavioral concerns.
9. Adhere to professional and ethical standards of conduct in all instructional and professional interactions.  
10. Maintain current certification and state medical licensure. 
11. Promote professionalism by modeling and reinforcing professional standards/behaviors in academic and clinical settings. 
12. Assist with course-related activities and fulfill other duties as assigned by the lead course instructor(s).
13. Review and acknowledge receipt of the Post-Course Instructional Faculty Performance Evaluation within the time period designated by the Academic Program Manager.

Secondary Functions

These expectations do not apply to all adjunct faculty positions and will vary based on appointment terms: 

1. Plan and deliver course content through face-to-face lab instruction, adhering to the syllabus, guidance from lead course instructor(s), Program leadership, and other University requirements.
2. Participate in course, curriculum, and program-level assessment activities. 
3. Attend and conduct all scheduled classes, including exams and any program-related assessments, in accordance with the academic calendar. 

Compensation and Benefits 

The budgeted compensation for this position is $75.00 per lab contact hour. This rate reflects a variety of considerations, including experience, educational background, professional skills, knowledge, and abilities, as well as licensure and certifications. Compensation decisions are also informed by internal equity reviews, market benchmarks, and broader organizational priorities and budgetary factors. 

About Baylor University 

Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas and is the oldest college in the state. It has a diverse student population of 21,000 and is recognized as one of the top universities in the nation, achieving R1 institution status by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor also made it to the honor roll of "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education. It offers competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Baylor's new strategic plan, Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as it continues to fulfill its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:  

1. License: Physician assistant with an active NCCPA certification and state license, physician with an active specialty board certification and state license, or nurse practitioner (or equivalent) with an active certification and state license, or other healthcare instructor with appropriate licensure and certification (if applicable) in instruction.
   
2. Education: Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA Program, MD/DO degree from an accredited university, or advanced nursing degree from an accredited university and program, or for other healthcare instructors, appropriate academic preparation, degree, or formal training relevant to the area of instruction.
3. Clinical Experience: Physician assistants or physicians are required to have clinical experience in a medical field directly relevant to the content taught. Advanced nurses are required to have 2 years of clinical experience in a medical field directly relevant to the content taught. Other healthcare instructors are required to have 2 years of clinical experience in the area of instruction.
4. Content Expertise: Direct clinical knowledge and experience with the skills and knowledge required to be delivered. 

Preferred Qualifications:  

1. Minimum two (2) years of experience in physician assistant education. 
2. Availability to participate in immersive sessions requiring at least three (3) consecutive days of on-site presence, including travel if applicable.  
3. 3 years of clinical experience in a medical field directly relevant to the content taught.

Additional Skills: 

1. Ability to effectively teach hands-on medical skills and procedures to small and large student groups with minimal oversight.
2. Exhibited evidence of continued professional growth and development
3. Demonstrated commitment to the use of innovative instructional techniques that enhance engagement and learning outcomes.

Areas of Current Skill and Experience Needed:  

1. Comprehensive history taking

2. Comprehensive physical examinations

3. Human donor dissection

4. OSCE grading

5. Local and digital anesthesia

6. Toenail removal and nail trephination

7. Abscess incision and drainage

8. Ear and nose foreign body removal

9. Ring and fishhook removal

10. Naso- and orogastric tube placement

11. Intraosseous access

12. Knee and shoulder arthrocentesis

13. Adult airway management

14. Pediatric airway management

15. Skin punch, shave, elliptical biopsy

16. Skin closure

17. Suture hand ties

18. Peripheral IV placement and blood draws

19. Lumbar punctures

20. Needle, finger, tubal chest thoracostomy

21. Cricothyroidotomy

22. Splinting

23. Performance of ECGs

24. Interpretation of ECGs, chest radiographs, and extremity radiographs

25. POCUS

26. Mock Operating Room experience

27. Male and female urinary catheterization

28. Harvey the Cardiopulmonary Patient Simulator

29. SimMan 3G Plus High Fidelity Simulator

30. MamaAnne High Fidelity Simulator

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following materials electronically in PDF format: 

• A curriculum vitae (CV)
• Academic transcripts 
• Appropriate active certification and state license

All application materials should be submitted through Interfolio, where applicants are also required to complete the Part-Time Mission Review as part of the process.

For the 2026-2027 academic year, we will hire for immersion experiences taking place in September 2026, December 2026, April 2027, July 2027, and August 2027. For full consideration, you must apply by the following dates:

• September 2026 Immersion – apply by June 15, 2026
• December 2026 Immersion – apply by August 24, 2026
• April 2027 Immersion – apply by December 14, 2026
• July 2027 Immersion – apply by March 15, 2027
• August 2027 Immersion – apply by April 19, 2027

Hiring decisions will be made according to the following timeline:

• September 2026 Immersion – decisions made in June 2026
• December 2026 Immersion – decisions made in September 2026
• April 2027 Immersion – decisions made in January 2027
• July 2027 Immersion – decisions made in April 2027
• August 2027 Immersion – decisions made in May 2027

To explore current opportunities or access additional information, including answers to frequently asked questions, please visit the Adjunct Faculty FAQ on the Baylor PA Program website.   

For questions not addressed on the website please contact Adam Moore (Adam_D_Moore@baylor.edu), Academic Program Manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.