Adjunct Faculty, Anatomy and Physiology, Physician Assistant Program
West Palm Beach On-site
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About the role
The Adjunct Faculty member is contracted on a temporary basis to provide instruction in the Medical Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory series during Quarters 1 and 2 of the Physician Assistant Program. This role focuses on direct teaching responsibilities and oversight of cadaver-based dissection and laboratory instruction, ensuring students gain a strong foundation in the medical sciences required for PA practice. The adjunct faculty member will deliver course content in collaboration with program leadership, maintain consistency with program learning outcomes, and foster student engagement in a clinically integrated learning environment. This temporary role does not carry the broader administrative and accreditation responsibilities of principal faculty. Adjunct faculty are expected to instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Teaching is carried out through learning-centered instruction designed to prepare graduates to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace.
What you'll bring
- Terminal degree in healthcare disciplines such as physician assistant, pharmacy, medical doctor, or public health.
- Minimum of a Master’s degree is required.
- Eligibility for professional licensure/certification in the applicable state and healthcare discipline (if applicable) or holds an active, valid, and unencumbered state license.
- 2 years of clinical experience required, if applicable.
- PAs must have graduated from an accredited PA program and have current or emeritus NCCPA certification.
- Academic Processes - knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology
- Clerical - knowledge of office administrative procedures, including accurate record-keeping
- Computer - ability to perform basic computer processes, including word processing, web browsing, and utilization of Microsoft Office
- Technical Knowledge and Application - proficiency with the online learning environment, including the creation of digital media and utilization of learning management systems
- Mathematics – ability to perform basic mathematic calculations
- Critical Thinking - uses logic and reasoning to look at different types of information in order to make conclusions and work through problems
- Research - Locates key facts and information to learn more about different types of information