Assistant Professor

Compensation: $90,000 - $$113,680 based on experience

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) Department at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is seeking a full-time faculty member. This individual's primary role will be as an instructor. This position includes teaching and assessment of a variety of professional and clinical topics throughout the didactic and clinical curriculum.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short term and long-term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation/ personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 paid holidays, paid winter break, plus two floating holidays.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.

Today, the university's 6 colleges continue Dr. Franklin's legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities as a Faculty Instructor include but are not limited to:

• Participation in curriculum development, delivery, and assessment
• Instruction throughout didactic and clinical phases of the program
• Academic and professional advising for students
• Involvement in the admissions process
• Participation in faculty development activities
• Service on committees at the department, college, and university level
• Participation in the ARC-PA accreditation process
• Ongoing scholarly activity (e.g. presentations, publications, grants, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

All full-time faculty members employed by RFUMS are expected to engage in activities that are considered core to their primary role as a faculty member. These activities may include teaching, scholarly activity, and service.

Teaching responsibilities vary and may include:

• Direct instruction
• Curriculum management
• Assessment
• Advising and mentoring students

Scholarly activities vary and may include:

• Original scholarship
• Grant procurement
• Research mentoring for student projects

Service activities vary and may include internal and external contributions through:

• Committee work
• Contributions to the profession
• Direct patient care

Scholarly activities and/or clinical activities are negotiated and determined at the department level and are primarily based upon the faculty track.

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check

Required Education & Experience

• Master's degree
• At least 3 years of direct patient care healthcare experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and problem-solving
• Apply the principles of interprofessional collaboration
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students
• Display professionalism and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Physician Assistant (PA) with current NCCPA certification and Illinois Physician Assistant license (or eligible)
• Previous experience in health profession graduate education, including curriculum development, delivery, and assessment
• Prior experience with ARC-PA accreditation process

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

EOE, Including Disability / Vets