Assistant Professor- IL- Physician Assistant Program (0.5 FTE)
Assistant Professor- IL- Physician Assistant Program (0.5 FTE)
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The mission of the Midwestern University Physician Assistant (PA) Program is to develop competent compassionate and professional physician assistants who will make a positive impact on their patients community and the PA profession.
The MWU PA Program values the unique life experiences and perspectives each student contributes to our program. We believe cultural humility improves patient outcomes and are committed to ensuring our students are well-equipped to provide patient-centered care to all populations they may serve. Health equity and education on health care disparities are integrated into the Program curriculum to prepare students to serve diverse populations and address the health care needs of all patients
Physician Assistant Program
Outstanding Opportunity for Teaching at an Institution Dedicated Exclusively to the Health Professions
- Part-time (0.5 FTE) principal faculty member position (Assistant or Associate Professor) in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program College of Health Sciences. Rank will commensurate with experience.
- Interact with DO PharmD PT OT PsyD Dentistry and Basic Science faculty with opportunities for collaboration in research and professional development
- State-of-the-art medical teaching facilities clinical skills and simulation center computer labs clinic rooms and lecture halls
- Diverse and energetic group of PA and MD principal faculty members. Basic science instructional faculty at Midwestern University and clinical preceptors across the region also actively participate in the education of our students.
Qualifications: Physician Assistant candidates must have a Masters degree current NCCPA certification and be eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois. Physician candidates must be board-certified in their area of expertise and eligible for licensure in Illinois. Experience in academia clinical practice and a record of scholarly activity is preferred; all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to those candidates who have prior experience in PA education and/or who have clinical backgrounds in primary care.
As a member of the PA faculty this position will include (but is not limited to) the following duties:
- Lecture in areas of expertise/interest/need within the PA curriculum.
- Teach in small group settings to enhance students clinical reasoning and professional development.
- Assist in the construction grading and analysis of assessments used to evaluate students knowledge skills and attitudes.
- Develop organize and implement curricula as a Course Director
- Assist in student advising and mentoring.
- Develop and publish scholarly work that enhances knowledge in areas that are consistent with the needs of the Program and/or the Profession.
- Serve on Program College and/or University committees to support various needs or projects within the University.
The faculty member who fills this role may be expected to assume future responsibilities on the Programs Clinical Team. The Clinical Team is responsible for the development implementation and analysis of the students clinical rotation training curriculum.
Midwestern University Physician Assistant Program Downers Grove is located within the College of Health Sciences. Our program is 27 months in length and enrolls approximately 86 students each year.
Located just outside of Chicago IL Midwesterns campus and the surrounding area is a safe and inviting place to call home. Please visit the Universitys website at for more information about the academic programs and the surrounding community.
Interested candidates should apply online job board at and include a cover letter curriculum vitae and names and contact information of three professional references. Please send additional inquiries to:
Lauren Trillo Assistant Professor
Director of Clinical Education
Chairperson Ad hoc Physician Assistant Faculty Search Committee
Midwestern University Physician Assistant Program
555 31st Street
Downers Grove IL 60515
Midwestern University is a private not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses one in Downers Grove Illinois and the other in Glendale Arizona. More than 6000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine dentistry pharmacy physician assistant studies physical therapy occupational therapy nurse anesthesia cardiovascular perfusion podiatry optometry clinical psychology speech language pathology biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning respect for all members of the health care team service interdisciplinary scholarly activity and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holidays sick/flex days personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan tuition reimbursement child care subsidy reimbursement program identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past current or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class in accord with all federal state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke-Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Employment Type
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