Clinical Practice Professor, Didactic Education, Physician Associate Studies Program

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Clinical Practice Professor, Didactic Education, Physician Associate Studies Program

Roosevelt University, College of Science, Health and Pharmacy, Schaumburg, IL, is seeking applications for a full-time Didactic Faculty member to begin September 1st, 2026. Roosevelt has recently applied for provisional accreditation with the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) with a planned program start date in August 2028. This is an exciting opportunity to help build a developing PA program from the ground up, contribute to curriculum design, teach in a variety of learning environments, mentor students, and support the program's preparation for ARC-PA accreditation. The ideal candidate is a clinically experienced PA who is student-centered, collaborative, organized, and committed to preparing compassionate, competent, and socially responsible Physician Associates.

This individual works closely with the Program Director, Medical Director, faculty and staff to support student achievement of program learning outcomes and competencies. We are seeking a candidate who shares our commitment to Roosevelt University's social justice mission. Roosevelt University is a private, non-sectarian university with 4,400 students studying at campuses in Chicago's south Loop, suburban Schaumburg and online. Founded on the principles of access and social justice, Roosevelt is the fourth most ethnically diverse college in the Midwest, with a mission to prepare students to assume roles as leaders in their professions and communities.

Primary responsibilities include:

Accreditation & Program Development: Assist with ARC-PA accreditation preparation, including curriculum mapping, syllabi development, assessment documentation, program evaluation, and ongoing self-assessment.

Participate in the development and review of the program's mission, goals, competencies, policies, syllabi, learning outcomes, instructional objectives, and assessment strategies.

Curriculum & Instruction: Collaborate with the Program Director, Medical Director, and faculty to develop, implement, evaluate, and revise didactic and clinical curriculum content.

Deliver high-quality instruction in the didactic phase using classroom, laboratory, simulation, case-based, small-group, and other active learning formats.

Serve as course director, instructor of record, or team instructor for assigned courses.

Assessment & Student Success: Develop and evaluate student assessments, including written exams, practical exams, OSCEs, assignments, clinical reasoning activities, and skills-based assessments.

Provide timely feedback, academic advising, mentoring, counseling, and remediation to support student success and professional development.

Admissions & Student Engagement: Participate in admissions, student selection, orientation, student progress review, and other student-related program activities.

Clinical Education and SCPE Development: Help with outreach and development of supervised clinical practice experiences across required disciplines, including family medicine, internal medicine, emergency medicine, surgery, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral and mental health, and electives.

The salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000. Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in further detail by clicking this link.

Special Instructions Summary:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required - Demonstrates advanced knowledge of ARC-PA Standards related to didactic, clinical, and medical education principles.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Skilled in active learning, student assessment, and feedback.

Experience in design, delivery and continuous improvement of curriculum.

Ability to work collaboratively in a developing PA program environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Commitment to preparing competent, compassionate, ethical, and socially responsible PA graduates.

Years of Experience Required - Minimum of three years of clinical experience as a PA.

Certification/Licensure Required:

Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree or higher required. Current NCCPA certification or NCCPA emeritus status. Current or eligible for PA licensure. Minimum of three years of clinical experience as a PA. Strong understanding of clinical medicine, PA education, student assessment, and the role of the PA in healthcare delivery.

Preferred Qualifications - Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Associate/Physician Assistant program. Prior teaching experience in PA education, medical education, or health professions education. Experience with curriculum development, course coordination, student assessment, academic advising, and remediation. Experience developing exams, OSCEs, simulation activities, clinical reasoning exercises, case-based learning, or skills-based assessments. Experience with ARC-PA accreditation standards, processes, or documentation. Experience with learning management systems, exam platforms, simulation technology, and educational assessment tools. Clinical expertise in one or more areas such as internal medicine, family medicine, emergency medicine, surgery, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral health, pharmacology, physical diagnosis, clinical skills, or evidence-based medicine.

Equipment Operated - Basic office equipment (e.g., laptop computer, copier/ multi-function device, fax and telephone).

Working Conditions - Traditional office/classroom conditions.

Priority Application Instructions - The review of completed applications will begin immediately.

Departmental Contact Information - College of Science, Health & Pharmacy

Worksite address

schaumburg, IL, 60159, US

Who can apply

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