Clinical Assistant Professor/Associate Program Director

Bryant University Clinical Assistant Professor/Associate Program Director Full-Time Position Summary The Associate Program Director is a core faculty member who serves as a key member of the program leadership team and assists the Program Director in the administration, planning, development, and evaluation of all aspects of the Physician Assistant Program. This position works collaboratively with the Program Director, Director of Didactic Education, Director of Clinical Education, and other faculty to ensure compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards and maintain the highest quality of physician assistant education. The Associate Program Director assumes the responsibilities of the Program Director in their absence and provides leadership in strategic initiatives, quality improvement, and program development. This position is a 12-month full-time, core faculty appointment. The faculty member must maintain clinical competence through ongoing clinical practice, continuing medical education, or other approved activities. Bryant is recognized as a top 1 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, QS Stars, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant’s strategic plan, Vision 2030, redefines higher education through a commitment to providing students with a transformational learning experience. Vision 2030 accelerates advancements in academic innovation, experiential learning, vibrant student life, Division I athletics, and a connected community that fosters belonging and success. Principal Accountabilities Administration (20%) Assist the Program Director in the overall administration and management of the PA program Serve as acting Program Director in the absence of the Program Director Participate in program strategic planning Collaborate with program leadership on budget planning and resource allocation Assist in the development and implementation of program policies and procedures Coordinate with institutional administration on program-related matters Support the Program Director in faculty recruitment, hiring, and evaluation processes Oversee quality improvement initiatives and assessment of program outcomes Assist with crisis management and resolution of complex student or faculty issues Ensure that all applicable ARC PA Standards are met and maintained at all times Teaching (40%) Serve as course director for PA program courses Teach within the didactic or clinical curriculum as appropriate to program needs and in accordance with institutional expectations Model effective, student-centered teaching practices and maintain a strong presence as an educator in the program Develop, revise, and publish syllabi that are compliant with ARC-PA standards as well as institutional and departmental requirements Attend guest lectures and ensure content delivered is in alignment with the session learning objectives Participate in lab sessions and simulations Grade all course deliverables within 48 hours of student completion Conduct student course remediation activities in accordance with the program policy and procedures Mentor and support faculty in instructional design and teaching effectiveness Integrate innovative teaching methodologies and educational technologies into curriculum Deliver and grade End of Curriculum and summative examinations Service (20%) Maintain an active role in state and national organizations supporting the educational mission of the program Represent the Department in intramural and extramural community activities Participate in student recruitment, admission interviews and selection, curriculum evaluation, student progress, and accreditation activities Serve as a member of the Department’s PA Education Committee, PA Admissions Committee and PA Student Progress Committee Attend faculty meetings of the Department Participate in the program’s ongoing self-study and accreditation process, including preparation of documents and/or reports, and active participation in site visits by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Serve on institutional committees as assigned Participation in clinical work in the community Advising (15%) Monitor student academic progress and provide academic counseling Meet with assigned advisees once per term at minimum Assist in the coordination of student support services and resources Participate in student remediation and academic intervention planning Support students experiencing academic challenges Scholarship (5%) Engage in scholarly activities including research, presentations, and publications Maintain current knowledge of PA education trends and best practices Participate in professional organizations related to PA education Pursue continuing medical education to maintain clinical competence Contribute to the advancement of the PA profession through service and leadership Mentor students and faculty in scholarly activities and research Accreditation and Compliance (Continuous and ongoing) Assist the Program Director in maintaining compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards Serve as a liaison with ARC-PA and other accrediting bodies as needed Stay current with changes to accreditation standards and implement necessary modifications Contribute to annual program reports and ongoing accreditation documentation Participate in self-study preparation and accreditation site visits Monitor program compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations Coordinate data collection and analysis for accreditation and assessment purposes Oversee the design, development, review, and revision of the didactic and clinical curriculum to ensure appropriate breadth, depth, sequencing, and integration that prepare students for clinical practice. Ensure that the curriculum map is maintained and updated to ARC PA Standards, program defined competencies, program goals and outcomes, and to the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) content and task area blueprints. Qualifications Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of employment Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited PA program Minimum of five (5) years of clinical practice experience as a PA Minimum of three (3) years of experience in PA education or teaching Demonstrated knowledge of ARC-PA accreditation standards Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills Proficiency in curriculum development and instructional design Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders Commitment to excellence in PA education Demonstrated leadership experience in academic or clinical settings Experience with program assessment and quality improvement initiatives Applicant Instructions Applications must be submitted online at https://employment.bryant.edu/postings/4597