Principal Faculty – Physician Assistant Institute

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Position Description Summary/Purpose:

The University of Bridgeport is seeking a candidate for the full-time position of Principal Faculty – PA Institute. Reporting to the Program Director, the principal faculty member participates in activities that promote the stature of the PAI and University following the mandates set by ARC-PA, the Program Director, the Dean, and the Office of the Provost.

This faculty appointment has duties to be performed on a twelve-month/year-round basis. Appointment to academic rank and salary are dependent on demonstrated scholarly achievement, teaching, and clinical experience. The Principal Faculty position requires a five-day per week effort: four days in-person within the Physician Assistant Institute and a fifth for clinical practice or professional advancement and contribution. All employees should maintain individual records of their clinical practice and/or professional advancement and contribution which must be communicated with the Program Director and updated annually.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Under the direction of the PA Institute Director, the faculty appointment will be responsible for teaching and assisting with didactic and clinical courses. The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach across the curriculum with a specialization preference in a related field. In addition to class and teaching, faculty members are expected to pursue scholarly activities and participate in program, University, and community services. This position also requires participation in commencement activities as well as special University meetings.

• Develop course content to be delivered throughout the PA curriculum.
• Provide direct student instruction in various courses.
• Serve as the Pre-PA liaison.
• Deliver instruction for the research curriculum, including advisement of students through the Capstone writing process.
• Assist in program labs including, but not limited to, History & Physical Exam, Anatomy, and Technical Skills.
• Assist with student instruction in the simulation lab.
• Participate in the clinical team meetings and assist with evaluation and training of clinical sites and preceptors.
• Prepare and grade assessments to evaluate student learning and progress.
• Participate in the planning, execution, and proctoring of competencies and OSCEs.
• Participate in the admissions, curriculum, and ad hoc committees.
• Participate actively in the continuous, ongoing, self-assessment process.
• Foster student achievement and success through faculty advisement.
• Participate in the duties necessary for program maintenance of accreditation.
• Participate in PA-related professional development, activities, and associations.
• Other responsibilities as determined by the Director.
• Expected faculty load of 15 credits per term, with release time for various responsibilities as above described.
• Conducts all work safely and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions:

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as the situation dictates.
• Continue professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
• Participate in the duties necessary for program maintenance of accreditation.
• Foster student achievement, persistence, and success.
• Participate in PA-related professional development, activities, and associations.
• Other responsibilities as determined by the Program Director.

Knowledge, Ability, and Skill:

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with staff and students.
• Superior organization, prioritization, and self-motivation.
• Detail-oriented.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to interact effectively as a member of the PAI team and work collaboratively with other College of Health Sciences programs.
• Ability to listen to constituents (e.g., staff, etc.) and to understand and respond positively to their requests.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Master’s Degree required, Doctoral degree preferred.
• PA, Pharm.D., an allopathic or osteopathic physician with current licensure and board certification preferred (must have current or be eligible for CT licensure).
• Other healthcare professionals will be considered at the discretion of the Program Director.
• 3 years of teaching experience in a university setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical research, literature reviews, and the IRB approval process is strongly preferred.
• Experience with basic sciences and anatomy is strongly preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Valid license & insured vehicle

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employees, spouses & dependents
• PTO program

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between The University of Bridgeport and the employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

The University of Bridgeport provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University of Bridgeport complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.