Clinical Assistant Professor

Physician Associate Master of Medicine Program

Department of Allied Health and Wellness

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

The Department of Allied Health in the School of Health Sciences at the University of New Haven is seeking to hire a 12-month Non-Tenure Track Faculty for the Physician Associate Program for fall 2025. This position will support in all aspects of the program to include teaching didactic content, participating in the program’s ongoing assessment, compliance with ARC-PA standards, student advising and service on assigned committees, and support of the clinical year student experiences.

The School of Health Sciences offers a vibrant and diverse clinical and research atmosphere where academic and clinical faculty are dedicated to providing students with the highest level of professional education in the classroom and in the community. The School of Health Sciences offers degrees at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels. We are dedicated to achieving programmatic excellence through cultural diversity.

There are two Clinical Assistant Professor positions available- the first is open to new graduates; the second prefers a minimum of two years of clinical experience as a PA-C or teaching experience in a PA program. An earned doctorate combined with experience teaching in healthcare fields may be considered.

You will:

• Teach content within the physician associate program.
• Support the clinical coordinator in establishing clinical affiliations and support of clinical year students.
• Adhere to ARC-PA standards.
• Support and contribute to the program’s ongoing assessment plan.
• Provide advising services for physician associate students.
• Participate in assessment of students’ clinical and technical skills.
• Promote the mission of the program.
• Assesses clinical documentation during students’ clinical placement experiences
• Participate in student assessment throughout the program.
• Serve on assigned committees on the program, school, and university level.
• Participate in the program’s student remediation process.

Diversity and Inclusion: The University of New Haven is committed to diversity and inclusion in higher education. The University seeks candidates whose teaching, research and/or service has prepared them to contribute diversity and inclusion in our academic community. Applicants are asked to submit a diversity and inclusion statement explaining how their teaching, scholarship and/or service, contributes to building and supporting diverse and inclusive communities.

You need:

1. Requires a minimum of a master's degree.
2. NCCPA Certification (new graduates awaiting PANCE scores may apply, but must successfully pass PANCE prior to beginning employment.)
3. Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant or physician associate program.
4. Eligible for a Connecticut physician assistant license.
5. Preferred qualifications include experience in the teaching role.
6. Commitment to fostering a student supportive learning environment.
7. Demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence and innovation, active-learning and student engagement of students with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
8. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – in the classroom, with colleagues, in written work, community and in listening.
9. Experience with course and program development.
10. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.

Application Instructions: All information on candidates will be kept confidential. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should submit: 1) a cover letter describing their academic and/or industrial experiences relevant to the position, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching philosophy, 4) a diversity and inclusion statement, and 5) contact information for at least three professional references (reference checks will not occur without permission).

What’s In It for You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable
• Join an academic community of dedicated & supportive colleagues

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEP OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.