Faculty: School of Allied Health and Psychology - Asst./Assoc. Professor of PA Studies - Principal Faculty

Working at Cedarville University is more than a job, it's a calling. A call to help equip students to go into the world and do great things for the Kingdom. A call to use the gifts God has given you to make the most of every day. A call to work as unto the Lord. God is doing great things at Cedarville University and we are excited for you to be part of it.

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The Cedarville University Physician Assistant Program in the School of Allied Health and Psychology invites applications for a Principal Faculty appointment. Rank is commensurate with experience.

Under the supervision of the PA Program Director, and in collaboration with program faculty and staff, the faculty member is responsible for day-to-day management of assigned portions of the didactic phase of the PA Program, in accordance with ARC-PA standards, to prepare students for the clinical practice of medicine. The faculty member will also assist with the design, coordination, and evaluation of the curriculum from a global perspective. Principal faculty members are also involved in the selection, instruction, advisement, and evaluation of students across both the didactic and clinical years. Principal faculty participate in program governance and accreditation compliance activities.

This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a criminal history investigation. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position is pending budget approval.

Position Requirements:

• PA with an appropriate Master's degree or higher from an accredited PA Program
• Current NCCPA certification
• Possess a current (or eligible to hold and maintain), valid, unrestricted, unqualified license to practice medicine in the state of Ohio
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time clinical experience
• Prior didactic teaching experience or academic appointment preferred
• Experience in the development and/or support of PA programs
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Familiarity with the accreditation process and requirements preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate as a team member
• Competence and ability to develop requisite knowledge of computers, technology, and software (or similar products/programs) to perform assigned tasks
• Proven leadership abilities, including responsibility and self-motivation
• Ability to collaborate with students, staff, and faculty within/out the department
• A working knowledge of biblical texts and the ability to appropriately integrate texts into the practice of medicine
• The qualified candidate will be a born-again Christian with a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Qualified candidates must agree with and be willing to abide by Cedarville University's Doctrinal Statement,  Community Covenant and general Work Place Standards.

We Offer an Exceptional Employee Experience:

• A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do –transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are a mission-led, Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• An excellent and comprehensive employee benefits program for eligible employees and their families.
• Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• A beautiful, well-maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family-oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
• Free access to our first-class Athletic and Recreation Facilities.
• Free employee parking.
• Free access to Centennial Library campus resources.
• Campus Bookstore and Campus Dining Hall discounts.
• Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university-sponsored events.
• Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips

Contact Information:

All official inquiries should be directed to Jennifer Cochran, SHRM-CP, Director of Academic Human Resource Services. Position-specific questions should be directed to Jason Grahame, PA Program Director, or Dr. Mike Weller, Dean, School of Allied Health and Psychology.

Cedarville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.