Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Physician Assistant Studies - MPAS Program (2 positions)

The College of Health Sciences at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) is pleased to invite qualified applications for an Instructional Faculty position at the Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank (12-month appointment) in the proposed Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program. The Instructional Faculty will report to the Program Director and work closely with other MPAS faculty and staff to support the program’s mission and maintain compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards.

Primary responsibilities include providing student instruction and teaching courses (didactic and/or clinical as assigned by the Program Director). The selected candidate will be responsible for administrative duties, including participating in the admission process, scheduling clinical rotations, and assisting the clinical team with program evaluation during the clinical phase. Duties will also include maintaining data and assessments to prepare reports for accreditation purposes. The faculty will be responsible for academic mentoring and advising of learners. The selected candidate will assist the Clinical Coordinator in delivering classroom learning experiences and clinical skills instruction on essential medical and clinical science topics, tailored to the individual’s qualifications. Collaboration with the Department Chair, Director of the MPAS Program, Medical Director, and other principal faculty members will be necessary to manage the curriculum effectively and ensure high-quality instruction.