Assistant Professor - UAB MSPAS Program (12 Month, 1.0 FTE, Non-Tenure)

Assistant Professor - UAB Physician Associate Studies Program (12‑Month, 1.0 FTE, Non-Tenure-Earning)

 

Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences (CDS)

School of Health Professions (SHP)

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure-earning Assistant Professor position in the Physician Associate Studies Program, housed within the Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences (CDS) in the School of Health Professions (SHP). 

The UAB Physician Associate Studies Program is ranked No. 21 in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report “Best Physician Assistant Programs” rankings, placing it in the top five percent of Physician Assistant programs in the nation.

This full-time faculty position is primarily focused on didactic instruction within the surgical curriculum of the Physician Associate Studies Program, with anticipated contributions to scholarship and service consistent with the expectations of the department, school, and university.

 

Primary Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching didactic courses relevant to surgical practice at the master's (MS) level, including but not limited to:

Didactic Instruction

• Serve as a primary instructor for the program’s surgical curriculum.
• Design, organize, and deliver didactic content using a variety of instructional modalities (e.g., lectures, simulations, and skills laboratories).
• Demonstrate, coach, and evaluate technical and procedural skills relevant to surgical practice, ensuring student competence in surgical first-assisting.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials and learning activities; administer and proctor examinations; monitor student performance; and implement remediation plans aligned with program learning outcomes and accreditation standards.

Curriculum Coordination

• Oversee logistical planning for surgical coursework and skills training, including scheduling, content sequencing, resource coordination, and instructional readiness.
• Utilize critical thinking, innovation, and independent judgment to enhance instructional processes and adapt to evolving curricular needs.
• Collaborate with principal and credentialed course instructors to ensure curricular alignment, integration, and continuity across all phases of the program.

Student Mentorship and Advising

• Provide academic advising and mentorship to assigned students, supporting their professional development, academic progression, and clinical preparedness.

Scholarship, Service, and Community Engagement

• Engage in scholarly activities consistent with the expectations of a principal faculty role within CDS.
• Participate in service initiatives that support the Physician Associate Studies Program, institution, profession, and broader community, with an emphasis on outreach and engagement.
• Attend and actively contribute to program meetings, events, ceremonies, and academic activities.
• Assist in the coordination, implementation, and documentation of programmatic self-assessments, including semester and annual program reviews.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a health-related discipline required.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants   (NCCPA) required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a certified Physician Assistant in general surgery or a surgical subspecialty required; experience across multiple surgical specialties strongly preferred.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of clinical surgical experience as a certified Physician Assistant preferred.
• Prior academic experience in a Physician Assistant program or other health professions education setting preferred.
• Demonstrated experience precepting Physician Assistant students, medical students, residents, or other healthcare learners preferred.

 

About the Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences (CDS)

The Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences, part of the UAB School of Health Professions, is one of the most academically diverse units on campus. Home to eight programs ranging from undergraduate to doctoral levels, CDS offers broad educational opportunities in both clinical and research disciplines. Several CDS programs are the only ones of their kind in Alabama. Learn more: uab.edu/cds

 

About the School of Health Professions (SHP)

The UAB School of Health Professions offers nearly 30 programs and 40+ degree options across bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. As part of the renowned UAB Academic Health Center, SHP provides students and faculty access to exceptional clinical partnerships, research infrastructure, and state-of-the-art facilities. More information: uab.edu/shp

 

About UAB

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is an internationally recognized research university and academic medical center known for interdisciplinary innovation in education and discovery. With more than $780 million in annual research expenditures and an estimated $12.1 billion annual economic impact on Alabama, UAB is the state’s largest employer, with approximately 28,000 employees. UAB was named Forbes’ No. 1 Large Employer and continues to be a national leader in research, healthcare, and education.

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity institution. The university is committed to providing equal opportunities and access for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, or veteran status. In accordance with Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity. Questions or concerns may be directed to the Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. Title IX information: uab.edu/titleix

A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

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