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Assistant Professor Clinical, Physician Assistant Studies

Wayne State University

Job Location:

Detroit, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 29 August 2026 (13 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 26 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Assistant Professor - Clinical Physician Assistant Studies

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor - Clinical Physician Assistant Studies at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier public urban research university located in the heart of Detroit Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence collaboration integrity diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Physician Assistant Faculty member participates in the delivery assessment and continuous improvement of the Physician Assistant Program. Responsibilities include teaching in the didactic and/or clinical curriculum student advising academic support and remediation assessment curriculum development program service and accreditation activities.

Essential functions:

1. Teaching

Teach assigned didactic and/or clinical year lectures in the physician assistant program.
Participate in laboratory instruction simulation and student assessment.
Develop and update course materials as assigned.

2. Student Advising and Academic Support

Serve as an academic advisor.
Assist in identifying students needing additional academic support.
Collaborate with course directors to implement remediation plans and monitor student progress.

3. Assessment and Program Improvement

Assist with examination development and performance assessments.
Participate in course and program evaluation activities.
Contribute to accreditation and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

4. Service

Participate in faculty meetings admissions and committee work as assigned.
Participate in program and college community events as needed.

5. Scholarship and Professional Development

Maintain clinical competence certification and licensure.
Participate in professional development and scholarly activities consistent with faculty expectations.
Maintain foster and develop professional working relationships with alumni guest speakers and other external agencies to maximize educational opportunities.

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

The successful candidate should meet the following qualifications:

1. Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program or related accredited health care program. Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent based on experience and professional involvement.

2. In good standing with Michigan licensing board.

3. NCCPA certification.

4. Two-three years full-time clinical experience as a PA or related health care clinician.

5. Experience in higher education teaching course coordination and/or precepting students is preferred.

6. Highly motivated and innovative individual.

7. Have sound interpersonal communication skills necessary to negotiate maintain and develop alumni/community involvement.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H18 - Pharmacy & Health Science

Primary department:

H1920 - Physician Assistant Studies

Employment type:

Regular Employee
Job type: Fractional Time
Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

Compensation type: Annual Salary
Salary minimum: TBD
Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Job openings:

Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check including a criminal history check before starting work. If you are offered employment the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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