Physician Assistant Studies – Principal Faculty

California Baptist University, an evangelical Christian university affiliated with the California Southern Baptist Convention, invites applications for Principal Faculty, Physician Assistant Studies. Candidates must embrace the mission of California Baptist University and demonstrate a clear understanding of, and commitment to, excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service through the integration of the Christian faith and learning. A doctoral degree is preferred, although candidates with a master’s degree and relevant license and certifications may be considered. These positions are full-time, 12-month, tenure-track positions with a flexible start start date no sooner than 11/1/24.

The compensation for this appointment will range from $100,000-$125,000 annually and reflects what California Baptist University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of employee benefits.

Qualified applicants must have graduated from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program, and maintain current NCCPA certification and licensure (or eligibility) in California. Applicants also must have an earned master’s degree in PA education or related field; a minimum of three years of clinical PA practice experience; excellent interpersonal, written, and computer skills; prior teaching and administrative experience are preferred but not required. Exceptional candidates with fewer than three years of clinical experience may be considered.

The successful candidate will be a valuable member of a growing team of faculty and staff in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies and will add value to the program in his or her specific area(s) of expertise and calling. Primary responsibilities include preparing, revising, leading, and instructing courses in the PAS program; supporting the didactic and/or clinical education portions of the PAS program as appropriate; student advising; assessment. Teaching assignments may also include courses in medical related undergraduate and/or doctoral programs; Other duties include participation in admissions processes and university, professional, and community service; other service to the PAS department, College of Health Science, and University as assigned. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellent teaching and will be expected to maintain an active program of personal scholarship and service.