Adjunct Assistant Professor

Title: Adjunct Assistant Professor

Employee Classification: Adjunct Asst Professor -Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

Sub Division-Department: HSC-CHP-Office of the Dean

Department: HSC-Physician Assistant Studies-300840

Job Location:

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE:

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.  

Department Summary

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is the academic home for students, faculty and staff involved in the Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree curriculum. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, graduates receive an MPAS degree. Located for more than 20 years in the heart of the Fort Worth, Texas, Cultural District, our UNT Health Physician Assistant Studies program has proudly helped shape the PA's that make a difference in our community. We are continually improving as we create experiential learning opportunities that prepare our graduates to begin an exciting medical career in one of the top professions in the country.

Position Overview

The adjunct faculty will course direct the Clinical Integrated Medicine III course and help facilitate learning for the students enrolled in the course. The role of the Course Director is to ensure that course and exam content are relevant, accurate, current, organized, and evidence-based. Course Director is also responsible for the development, coordination, conduct, and/or support of course syllabi, course activities, course lectures, and course schedules.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree in PA Studies or a related field is required.
• Three or more years of highly relevant, full-time professional experience to be considered for the position.
• Applicants must currently hold or be eligible for PA licensure in the State of Texas.
• Current NCCPA certification is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and skills necessary to demonstrate the PA profession’s competencies to others in an educational setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in higher education is preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Applicants must currently hold or be eligible for PA licensure in the State of Texas.
• Current NCCPA certification is required.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Flexible

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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