Assistant Professor- Physician Assistant Program

Position Details

Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University’s mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

• Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
• Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
• Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
• Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
• Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

Join us and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family!

Position Title

Assistant Professor- Physician Assistant Program

Classification Title

Assistant Professor

Department

SOM-Physician Assistant Program - MU9493

Job Description

Overview The faculty member will provide student instruction in the areas of education and experience for the Physician Assistant Program. Faculty members act as an advocate for the program and represent the program at state, national, and regional meetings. All individuals that are clinical faculty members have the option to maintain clinical practice one day a week.

Responsibilities

Teaching Develop, analyze, assess, and evaluate didactic and clinical course objectives, learning outcomes, content, syllabi, course, and sequence of material across the curriculum.
Create, edit, review, and analyze assessment tools and student performance.
Provide feedback to students regarding assessment performance, and devise remediation plans when needed.
Submit grades timely and as required.
Mentor other faculty members

Service

Attend meetings as required
Chair committees as assigned
Serve on PA search committees as assigned
Serve on campus-wide committees as assigned
Attend Continuing Medical Education meetings as required
Adhere to policies and procedures of the University, School of Medicine, and PA program

Program

Meet with prospective students
Promote and sustain graduate level of academic culture
Participate in and contribute to program duties as assigned
Provide advising to physician assistant students
Attend all program events (eg., white coat ceremony, graduation)
Participate in interviewing applicants as assigned for admission to the Marshall University PA Program
Participate in program committees as assigned
Affiliate with developing, reviewing, and revising, if necessary, the mission statements for the program
Post regular office hours devoted to the program
Participate through the Self-Assessment Committee in administering and evaluating the program

Scope of Authority

The faculty member reports to the Program Director of the Marshall University Physician Assistant Program.

Location

MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine

Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity

Education

Must be a Physician Assistant or physician
If a physician assistant, must be a graduate from an accredited physician assistant program and have a minimum master’s degree (terminal degree). Current NCCPA Board Certification and eligibility for PA licensure in the state of West Virginia.
If a physician, must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of West Virginia. Current Board Certification and eligibility in the state of West Virginia.

Experience

Computer and information literacy
Excellent interpersonal, written, and communication skills
Minimum three years clinical practice and/or teaching in a PA program preferred

Posting Number

MU1782F

Open Date

01/30/2026

Close Date

TBD

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions
Are you either a licensed Physician Assistant or Physician?

Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter