Adjunct Professor Lab

Position Overview

Mercy College of Ohio is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Lab Faculty member for its Physician Assistant (PA) Program. This temporary academic position focuses on classroom instruction and creating a supportive, engaging learning environment that fosters critical thinking, professional growth, and student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom instruction for assigned PA courses.
• Facilitate a caring and engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking, self-direction, and respect for individual differences.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate academic records.
• Stay current with developments, trends, and best practices in the discipline.
• Contribute to program evaluation and student assessment processes.
• Uphold and promote Mercy Health’s Mission and Core Values, including compassion, excellence, human dignity, justice, sacredness of life, and service.
• Perform additional job-related duties as required, with reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Graduate degree (Master’s) in Physician Assistant studies or a relevant discipline.
• Current NCCPA Certification (PA-C or PA-C emeritus) and PA license, or license eligible; physicians must hold current licensure and ABMS or AO board certification.
• Experience relevant to the course content and learning objectives.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to integrate classroom technology and adapt teaching to student needs.
• PREFERRED:
• Postgraduate degree (Ph.D.) in a related field.
• Prior teaching experience in PA or medical education.
• Active membership in professional or community organizations.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay and incentives.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions (eligibility applies).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, and life insurance.
• Paid time off, parental leave, FMLA, and short-/long-term disability.
• Backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

About Mercy College of Ohio

Mercy College of Ohio is part of Mercy Health, a faith-driven healthcare system committed to excellence in patient care, education, and service. Faculty at Mercy College support student success while contributing to a compassionate and mission-focused academic environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

Application Assistance

For inquiries or accommodation requests, contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.