Full Time Principal Faculty

Summary:

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor to teach in the Bechtel Physician Assistant Program. This is a full-time, in person tenure or clinical track, 12-month position.

Courses may be assigned as in-person, or hybrid. Professional development in the discipline, involvement with advising, and service to the department and profession are expected.

This position allows faculty one day a week release to work clinically. Faculty retain 100% of the income from their clinical work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Develop and coordinate course design, course delivery, and participate in the evaluation of didactic and clinical curriculum.
• Participate in the admissions process and the applicant screening process.
• Teach assigned courses in the PA program.
• Provide student academic advising and evaluation.
• Assist in clinical site visits.
• Participate in ARC-PA accreditation processes and program/university assessment.
• Complete professional development activities and service to the University and community.
• Participate in the program's ongoing self-assessment process.
• Administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Salary:

$98,000-$100,000 (this does not include income from working clinically. Most faculty make an additional $20-30K a year from working clinically one day a week)

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Physician Assistant with the following: Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience.
• Experience with precepting students.
• Active in community services and participation/leadership in local, regional, or national Physician Assistant or other medical organizations.
• An earned academic doctoral degree in an appropriate discipline.

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information.  In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Names and contact information of three (3) professional references
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Primary Contact: Rachel Weinzimmer, rweinzimmer@coloradomesa.edu

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.