Kansas State University
Principal Faculty, PA Program
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, United States, 66506
About This Role
The School of Health Sciences, within the College of Health and Human Sciences, is currently seeking
12-
month Principal Faculty
members to join their team in the
Physician Assistant (PA) Program . This position will be responsible for teaching the prescribed didactic and clinical curriculum to PA students and evaluating their progress. This position will report directly to the PA Program Director.
Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Serve as an advisor, providing guidance and mentorship to students in all phases of training regarding their academic performance and professional development
Develop and deliver lecture, laboratory, and small-group interactive sessions based on program needs and individual faculty experience and expertise
Work in concert with program faculty to develop appropriate courses to address instructional needs of the program
Review and update instructional objectives, assist in development of new clinical preceptors, prepare and administer exams, assign student grades, and review rotation evaluation data
Assist Associate Director with summative assessment process for determining student readiness to enter Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPE) and future clinical practice
Participate in routine evaluation of PA student competencies
Monitor patient encounter/acuity logs in Exxat to ensure SCPE-specific learning objectives are met
Administer End-of-Rotation exams during clinical phase of curriculum
Participate in initial and ongoing evaluation of PA Program by contributing to detailed analysis and reports for ongoing program evaluation, assessment, and improvement
Serve as course director for any available course of the didactic and/or clinical year after one year with K-State’s PA Program
Participate in the screening, interviewing, and selection of applicants for PA Program
Serve as chair or member of assigned sub-committee (i.e., admissions, promotion/professionalism, accreditation, didactic curriculum, clinical curriculum, etc.)
This 12-month position at the
rank of clinical assistant professor
has
a preferred starting date of spring or summer 2025 , with competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
About Us The Physician Assistant (PA) Program
leads to a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree. The 27-month program follows the traditional medical model of training, providing in-depth analysis of disease processes, diagnosis and treatment, and prepares students to serve as primary health care providers who practice medicine with physician supervision. The PA Program’s mission is to prepare highly skilled graduates who are committed to providing compassionate and patient-centered care in a collaborative environment. The program is dedicated to graduating physician assistants who demonstrate professionalism, are globally minded, and practice within an ethical framework to improve the quality of life of their communities.
The College of Health and Human Sciences
inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and a career that promotes human well-being in the areas of business, design, teacher education, human behavior, and health sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate degree programs housed in the Schools of Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Sciences, we provide students with the education and skills needed to make an impact in the lives of individuals, families and communities.
Worksite Option This position is
on-site .
What You'll Need to Succeed Minimum Qualifications:
Physician Assistant with the following:
Master’s degree with three years of clinical practice experience
OR
bachelor’s degree with 25 years of clinical practice experience,
Current NCCPA certification, and
Current Kansas Physician Assistant license or eligibility for Kansas licensure;
OR
Physician with the following:
M.D. or D.O.,
Current Kansas Physician license or eligibility for Kansas licensure,
Board Certification as a physician, and
Three years of clinical practice experience;
OR
Non-clinician Scientist or Health Professional with the following:
Doctoral degree in a health or science related field, and
Three years of teaching experience either as a preceptor for healthcare students or in higher education for PA/M.D. students
The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Preferred Qualifications:
ARC-PA accreditation experience
Earned doctoral degree in appropriate discipline
Five years of experience in clinical practice or higher education
Two years of teaching experience in PA/medical education
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent English-language written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated instructional and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to interface with students, faculty, staff, and community members with tact and clarity
Ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of students and colleagues
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Flexibility to work outside of regular hours and on weekends, as needed
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
How to Apply Please submit the following documents:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Contact information for three professional references
Screening of Applications Begins For best consideration, apply by September 30th, 2025.
Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Chad Botz, at cbotz@ksu.edu with the subject line: PA Principal Faculty Search.
12-
month Principal Faculty
members to join their team in the
Physician Assistant (PA) Program . This position will be responsible for teaching the prescribed didactic and clinical curriculum to PA students and evaluating their progress. This position will report directly to the PA Program Director.
Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Serve as an advisor, providing guidance and mentorship to students in all phases of training regarding their academic performance and professional development
Develop and deliver lecture, laboratory, and small-group interactive sessions based on program needs and individual faculty experience and expertise
Work in concert with program faculty to develop appropriate courses to address instructional needs of the program
Review and update instructional objectives, assist in development of new clinical preceptors, prepare and administer exams, assign student grades, and review rotation evaluation data
Assist Associate Director with summative assessment process for determining student readiness to enter Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPE) and future clinical practice
Participate in routine evaluation of PA student competencies
Monitor patient encounter/acuity logs in Exxat to ensure SCPE-specific learning objectives are met
Administer End-of-Rotation exams during clinical phase of curriculum
Participate in initial and ongoing evaluation of PA Program by contributing to detailed analysis and reports for ongoing program evaluation, assessment, and improvement
Serve as course director for any available course of the didactic and/or clinical year after one year with K-State’s PA Program
Participate in the screening, interviewing, and selection of applicants for PA Program
Serve as chair or member of assigned sub-committee (i.e., admissions, promotion/professionalism, accreditation, didactic curriculum, clinical curriculum, etc.)
This 12-month position at the
rank of clinical assistant professor
has
a preferred starting date of spring or summer 2025 , with competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
About Us The Physician Assistant (PA) Program
leads to a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree. The 27-month program follows the traditional medical model of training, providing in-depth analysis of disease processes, diagnosis and treatment, and prepares students to serve as primary health care providers who practice medicine with physician supervision. The PA Program’s mission is to prepare highly skilled graduates who are committed to providing compassionate and patient-centered care in a collaborative environment. The program is dedicated to graduating physician assistants who demonstrate professionalism, are globally minded, and practice within an ethical framework to improve the quality of life of their communities.
The College of Health and Human Sciences
inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and a career that promotes human well-being in the areas of business, design, teacher education, human behavior, and health sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate degree programs housed in the Schools of Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Sciences, we provide students with the education and skills needed to make an impact in the lives of individuals, families and communities.
Worksite Option This position is
on-site .
What You'll Need to Succeed Minimum Qualifications:
Physician Assistant with the following:
Master’s degree with three years of clinical practice experience
OR
bachelor’s degree with 25 years of clinical practice experience,
Current NCCPA certification, and
Current Kansas Physician Assistant license or eligibility for Kansas licensure;
OR
Physician with the following:
M.D. or D.O.,
Current Kansas Physician license or eligibility for Kansas licensure,
Board Certification as a physician, and
Three years of clinical practice experience;
OR
Non-clinician Scientist or Health Professional with the following:
Doctoral degree in a health or science related field, and
Three years of teaching experience either as a preceptor for healthcare students or in higher education for PA/M.D. students
The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Preferred Qualifications:
ARC-PA accreditation experience
Earned doctoral degree in appropriate discipline
Five years of experience in clinical practice or higher education
Two years of teaching experience in PA/medical education
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent English-language written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated instructional and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to interface with students, faculty, staff, and community members with tact and clarity
Ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of students and colleagues
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Flexibility to work outside of regular hours and on weekends, as needed
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
How to Apply Please submit the following documents:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Contact information for three professional references
Screening of Applications Begins For best consideration, apply by September 30th, 2025.
Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Chad Botz, at cbotz@ksu.edu with the subject line: PA Principal Faculty Search.