Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Open Rank Faculty - Physician Assistant Program
Department
SHP - Physician Assistant Stud
Salary Details
A minimum of $115,000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
Principal faculty members play an integral role in the academic and operational success of the program. Under the guidance of the Program Director, they are responsible for advancing the program's mission and ensuring compliance with ARC-PA standards. This includes active involvement in curriculum design and implementation, student instruction and assessment, academic counseling, admissions, program evaluation, and scholarly and service activities.
Essential Responsibilities
Teaching and Instruction
- Deliver didactic instruction in courses such as Patient Assessment Skills, Clinical Medicine Modules, Radiology, EKG, Nutrition, Medical Ethics, Applied Clinical Research, Evidence-Informed Decision-Making, and others within the didactic and clinical curriculum.
- Facilitate laboratory and simulation-based education.
- Advise and mentor students through research projects, guiding clinical question development, literature appraisal, and dissemination of findings.
- Evaluate student performance in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings, including site visits and review of end-of-rotation assessments.
Curriculum and Course Management
- Serve as course director for assigned courses, responsible for scheduling, syllabus development, coordination of faculty/guest lecturers, exam development, item writing, and day-to-day course oversight.
- Participate in curriculum development, revision, and mapping to program competencies and accreditation standards.
Student Advisement and Support
- Provide academic and professional advising to current students.
- Participate in student remediation planning as needed.
- Serve as a resource for prospective students during the admissions process.
Scholarship
- Engage in scholarly activities including original research, presentations, and publications appropriate to academic rank.
- Collaborate on or independently pursue grant writing and other scholarly initiatives aligned with faculty expertise and program priorities.
Service
- Participate in program admissions processes, including reviewing applications, conducting candidate interviews, and coordinating recruitment activities.
- Represent the PA Program at information sessions, outreach events, and promotional activities.
- Serve on departmental, school, or university committees.
- Contribute to accreditation-related responsibilities, including the preparation of self-study documents and other reports.
Position Status
Full Time
Posting Number
26FA0122
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Qualifications
Required
- Current licensure (or eligibility) as a Physician Assistant in New Jersey
- Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Master's degree in physician assistant studies or a health-related field. Must be willing to pursue a doctoral degree.
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Strongly Preferred
- Doctoral degree (e.g., DMSc, EdD, PhD, DHSc) in a health-related or education field
- Prior experience in PA or health professions education
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
The Program's mission is to foster excellence in humanistic patient care through dynamic PA education, scholarship, and service in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Our core values are:
- Excellence in teaching and mentorship
- Commitment to community service
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Academic and professional integrity
- Personal and professional wellness
Statement
Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/268752
Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)
City
Piscataway
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
