Physician Assistant Studies Faculty

Physician Assistant Studies Faculty

College of Saint Mary | Omaha, Nebraska

Open Rank | 12-Month Contract | 0.8 FTE | 18 Credit Hours

College of Saint Mary invites applications for an open-rank faculty position in the Physician Assistant Studies Program. This is a 12-month, 0.8 FTE faculty position with an 18-credit-hour teaching load.

At College of Saint Mary, students come first. We are seeking a positive, collaborative, and student-centered educator who is passionate about preparing the next generation of physician assistants. The ideal candidate will enjoy working closely with students, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting a mission-driven PA program focused on student success, professional growth, and continuous improvement.

Position Responsibilities

The PA Studies faculty member will:

- Teach within the didactic and/or clinical curriculum based on program needs and area of expertise.

- Carry an 18-credit-hour teaching load over a 12-month contract.

- Collaborate with PA faculty in curriculum development, delivery, assessment, and evaluation.

- Participate in student advising, remediation, and academic support.

- Contribute to program assessment, accreditation activities, self-study, and continuous quality improvement.

- Engage in service to the program, college, university, and profession.

- Maintain professional development and remain current in clinical practice, PA education, and/or area of expertise.

Required Qualifications

- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program or allied health program in a relevant field.

- Master’s degree in an appropriate field.

- Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a physician assistant or healthcare provider.

- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

- Commitment to student-centered teaching and professional formation.

Preferred Qualifications

- Doctoral degree.

- Prior teaching experience in PA education or graduate health professions education.

- Experience with student advising, remediation, academic support, or learner success initiatives.

- Experience with accreditation, assessment, curriculum development, or continuous quality improvement.

About College of Saint Mary

College of Saint Mary is a Catholic university that provides access to education for women in an environment that calls forth potential and fosters leadership. The PA Studies Program is committed to developing competent, compassionate, and professional healthcare providers in a supportive learning environment.

Full-time graduate faculty responsibilities at CSM include teaching, advising, committee work, curriculum development, service, professional growth, and participation in program assessment and annual review processes.

Application Materials

Applicants should be prepared to submit:

- Letter of application

- Current curriculum vitae

- Statement of teaching philosophy

- Contact information for three professional references

College of Saint Mary is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.