CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Clinical Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Studies

The School of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) at Ithaca College, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Studies. Ithaca College seeks strong clinicians, collaborators, and interprofessional education advocates committed to advancing PA education to join the faculty team for its Physician Assistant Studies graduate program. We welcome clinicians new to academia and provide support to develop teaching skills through our Center for Faculty Excellence. We also welcome clinicians with experience and/or interest in assessment or curricular development/design. This is a full-time 12-month, multi-year renewable notice (non-tenure) position in person in Ithaca, NY. There are multiple Clinical Assistant Professor positions available.

The successful candidate will teach in our didactic curriculum, and we welcome expertise in a wide variety of clinical and scholarship areas, experience with clinical simulation, and/or interprofessional approaches to practice and education are encouraged to apply. All Ithaca College faculty are required to advise students as a component of teaching duties. The selected candidate will be provided with reassigned time from teaching to pursue a scholarly research agenda or clinical practice activities. The successful candidate would also be expected to participate in service to the program, school, and college. All principal faculty in the PA program are expected to actively participate in ongoing evaluation of the mission statement, program goals and competencies, and curriculum design.

Ithaca College and the School of HSHP are strongly committed to offering robust curricular experiences and fostering an inclusive environment for its campus community. To that end, candidates with related experience are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and expertise. Ithaca College continually strives to build an inclusive and welcoming community of individuals. We seek candidates with talents and skills from a multitude of backgrounds who are committed to civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the free and open exchange of ideas.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited PA program.
• Current NCCPA certification with licensure in the State of New York within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time clinical experience.

Physician Candidates:

• MD or DO from an accredited program.
• Licensure in the State of New York within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time clinical experience.

Candidates from other clinical backgrounds (e.g., MD, DO, NP, RN):

• Clinical degree from an accredited program (minimum of Masters Degree).
• Licensure in the State of New York within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years full-time clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of full-time teaching experience, or the equivalent, in a PA or related program
• Experience with assessment or curricular development/design
• Strong commitment to professional development as an inclusive educator
• Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds

Compensation:

$116,000 - $123,000

Application and Nomination Process:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Updated CV;
3. Three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.