Assistant Professor (Principal Faculty), Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies (MSPA) Program

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Job Posting Title: Assistant Professor (Principal Faculty), Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies (MSPA) Program Job Description: Position Overview: Reporting to the Program Director, Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies, the Principal Faculty/Assistant Professor of Physician Associate Studies is responsible for course development, instruction, and coordination for the MSPA program. The Principal Faculty/Assistant Professor of Physician Associate Studies is actively involved in other facets of the program, including admissions, accreditation, and mission and programmatic review. The Principal Faculty/Assistant Professor of Physician Associate Studies will provide high quality instruction in clinical and didactic areas serving as Course Director and teaching within their own expertise. This position requires the evaluation of student performance, including written-assignments, exams, research projects, objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs), and lab practicals. The Principal Faculty/Assistant Professor of Physician Associate Studies will engage in academic advising, offer remedial instruction when necessary, and support the ongoing development and coordination of didactic courses in alignment with ARC-PA standards. This position will also assist the Director of Didactic Education in designing, implementing, evaluating, and managing the curriculum, ensuring full compliance with accreditation standards. The Principal Faculty/Assistant Professor of Physician Associate Studies will also be involved in continuous program evaluation and accreditation activities. The position may involve additional duties as assigned by the Director of Didactic Education, Director of Clinical Education, Program Director, and/or Dean of the School of Health Sciences. Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) was founded in 1997 as the first higher education institution in the United States dedicated exclusively to education and research related to the applied life sciences. KGI offers innovative postgraduate degrees and certificates that integrate life and health sciences, business, pharmacy, engineering, and genetics, focusing on industry projects, hands-on industry experiences, and team collaborations. KGI employs an entrepreneurial approach and industry connections that allow students to become leaders in healthcare and the applied life sciences. Located in beautiful Claremont, California, KGI is a member of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges, two graduate institutions, and The Claremont Colleges Services, which provides shared institutional support services. Each nationally recognized college has its own campus, students and faculty, and distinctive mission, and each offers top-notch curricula, small classes, distinguished professors, and personalized instruction. The Claremont Colleges consistently place at the top of national college rankings, including Forbes, Money and U.S. News and World Report, and the Princeton Review. Education and Experience: A master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program or a doctoral degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited medical school is required along with at least three years of clinical experience, must also have current NCCPA certification, PA licensure or eligibility for PA licensure in CA. M.D or D.O candidates must have a minimum of five years of clinical experience along with current certification by an ABMS- or AOA-approved specialty board, and active licensure (or eligibility for licensure) as an allopathic (M.D.) or osteopathic physician (D.O.) in the state of California. Prior higher education experience (in a Physician Assistant program for PA applicants) is preferred. Essential Functions and Responsibilities : Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Teaching & Curriculum Development (50%) Provides high-quality student instruction and teaches in areas of expertise. Coordinates instruction (i.e. serves as Course Director) within designated courses. Assists the Director of Didactic Education with the design, implementation, coordination, evaluation, and long-term management of didactic courses to ensure the curriculum is fully compliant with ARC-PA standards. Collaborates with Program Director and other Principal Faculty to develop, review, and revise the mission statement, goals, and competencies of the program as necessary. Other duties as assigned. Student Support & Admissions (20%) Engages in academic advising of students. Provides remedial instruction as needed. Participates in the PA program's admission process, including student recruitment, review of applications, evaluation of candidates, and final selection for admission Assists clinical