Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor of PA Studies

Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor of PA Studies

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:

University of the Pacific, in partnership with the
national search firm Scott Healy &
Associates, invites applications and nominations for
the position of Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor of
PA Studies. University of the Pacific seeks a
collaborative faculty member to join a Physician Assistant Program
recognized for its stellar reputation, unique curriculum, and
strong commitment to professional growth. The PA Program faculty
members at University of the Pacific are integral in all activities
of the program and participate in many areas by instruction and by
example, including providing all aspects of didactic education for
the Program.While teaching is the primary focus, faculty members'
workload also includes scholarship and service. The Physician
Assistant Program is committed to strengthening the profession
through the "development of, and support for, collaborative
research and continued education through obtaining advanced
degrees." The intent of this effort is not only to increase the
discovery and dissemination of knowledge, but also to focus on
faculty and student scholarship and professional leadership as part
of the Program's overall educational mission. Financial support
available for obtaining a doctoral
degree.Responsibilities:

• Advising and mentoring students, course coordination, classroom

teaching, participation in course assignments and student
assessment, developing student objectives, participating in lab
sessions, performing clinical site visits, and assisting with
clinical site evaluation.

• Establishing a personal program of scholarly activity.
• Participation in department meetings, college and university

committees, and state and/or national organizations.

• Participation in the ARC-PA continuing accreditation

process.

• Participation in the admissions process.
• Clinical: Opportunities exist for release time to perform

clinical work in the PAs area of expertise.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and
staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate from an ARC-PA-accredited PA program, accredited NP

program, or MD/DO program.

• Master's degree in PA studies or other discipline.
• Current NCCPA certification or discipline-specific national

certification, state licensure in California (or state license
eligibility).

• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience as a PA, NP, or

MD/DO.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DMSc, PhD, DHSc, MD/DO or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in Medical Spanish.
• Proficiency in POCUS.
• Experience with advanced technical procedures (e.g. intubation,

lumbar puncture, central lines, para and thoracentesis)

• Academic experience in Physician Assistant Education.
• Sincere desire for personal growth and development as an

educator, including teaching, scholarship, and service throughout
the course of your career.

• Desire to teach and learn from students in all phases of the

curriculum.

• Involvement or desire to be involved in professional

organizations within the field of specialty.

• Involvement or desire to participate in professional education

beyond the school, on local, state, regional, national, and
international levels.

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, specifically MS

Office Suite Programs (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and MS
Outlook.

• Ability to work as a team with administrators, fellow faculty,

staff, and students.

• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse

backgrounds and cultures.

• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,

and inclusion in a university setting.

• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices

and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative but not
definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist
motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional
standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and
reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:

Workload varies by trimester, but is assigned by the Program
Director in consultation with the faculty member. Emphasis is
placed on balancing the academic requirements of teaching,
scholarship, and service over the course of each year. The schedule
is dependent on the course and department needs. The specific
workload and scheduling will be adjusted based on the needs of the
faculty members as well as the program. In addition to scheduled
assignments, professional activities outside the school
(presentations, consulting, etc.) will be supported, encouraged,
and expected.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to
meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for
University business. The University and its insurance carrier
reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving
record.

Special Instructions:

All correspondence relating to the position of
Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor of PA
Studies at University of the Pacific
should be directed in confidence to the University's executive
search consultant:

Danan Tsan, Vice PresidentScott Healy
& Associatesdanan@scotthealy.comA
complete application should include the following:1. Cover Letter
outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;2.
Updated CV;3. Three (3) professional references with title,
institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers.
(No references will be contacted without written permission from
the candidate.)Applications received by October 6,
2025 will receive priority consideration. The search will
remain open until the position is filled.

To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32687

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