KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Instructional Delivery and Curriculum Development
• Student Advisement and Mentorship
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree
• PAs need a current NCCPA board certification or emeritus certification status. Non-PA applicants, in healthcare specialties, must hold board certification relevant to their field.
• Licensed or eligible to practice in the State of Arizona.
• Minimum of 2 years patient care experience in certified profession.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree and 3 years of teaching experience, preferably in PA education.

• Teaching and Instruction
• Responsible for delivering high-quality instruction across the didactic and clinical phases of the program, including facilitating lectures, small group sessions, and skills labs.
• Provide remedial instruction when needed and may serve as course directors, managing course organization, lecture scheduling, and student assessment.
• Course directors analyze student performance data, generate annual course reports, and support learners through academic counseling and referrals when appropriate.
• Utilize appropriate instructional technologies and tools to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Contribute to the ongoing development, review, and revision of the program’s mission, goals, and competencies to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and evolving healthcare practices.
• Actively involved in instructional design, curriculum implementation, and course coordination.
• Participate in the program’s self-assessment and evaluation processes and engage in program-wide planning and policy development efforts in collaboration with leadership and peers.
• Provide academic advising, mentorship, and counseling to students throughout the program.
• Support student success by monitoring academic progress, offering timely feedback, and coordinating with the Student Success Committee when concerns arise.
• Play a key role in the admissions process, including applicant review and participation in interview and selection activities.
• Engage in scholarly activities such as research, publications, and professional presentations.
• Maintain clinical and professional expertise through ongoing development, licensure, and certification. Participation in grant-related work and staying informed about advances in PA education and clinical practice are also components of this responsibility.
• May include occasional evening commitments for outreach events with prospective PA students and weekend responsibilities for admissions fairs and interview days.
• Contribute to the broader mission of the Program and University by serving on committees, participating in service initiatives, and supporting community engagement efforts.
• Assist with clinical site development and monitoring as needed and help ensure that all activities adhere to institutional and accreditation standards.
• May also be assigned additional duties that support the administration and growth of the program.