Adjunct Faculty Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) 2026

The Doctor of Medical Science Program at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach Physician Assistant/Associate-centered doctoral program courses in 2026. 

Augsburgs DMSc program is built on a whole-student model fostering an environment where innovation inclusivity evidence-based practice and collaboration drive our work. We are committed to developing future PA leaders who are prepared to lead and adapt in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape. 

This search will establish a pool of instructors if such openings occur during the Fall Summer and Spring semesters. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the year. 

Available courses vary by term. All classes are taught in an online asynchronous modality requiring instructors to be familiar and comfortable with providing high-quality instruction in that addition to teaching the class and grading student work instructors are expected to maintain a professional-level online learning platform course provide mentorship to students respond to student questions through email hold regularly scheduled office hours reach out to students with course progress information attend faculty meetings and communicate regularly with the DMSc Program Director. A course syllabus and online learning course sites with calendars readings learning materials and an engagement section that includes sample activities and assessments are typically provided. Each course requires approximately 12-15 hours/week for 15-16 weeks. 

The successful candidate should be committed to student engagement and professional growth with a high level of intercultural competency and expertise in the area of course study.

Compensation & Benefits
Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU Local 284

• $5500 to $6550 per course*
• Eligible for 1-1.5% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate or 3-credit graduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.

Qualifications :

Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with the whole student in mind.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree (e.g. DMSc DPA PhD EdD DNP DrPH) in a relevant field
• Experience teaching or learning in an online asynchronous format
• Dedication to the advocacy and professional growth of the PA Profession

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching at the university level
• Current NCCPA certification

Additional Information :

For full consideration candidates must submit the following information at the time of application: 

• Cover letter 
• Curriculum vita or Resume 
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts 

Your cover letter should 

• Highlight your experience or interest in teaching at the university level 

Professional references may be requested at a later date.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race color creed religion gender age national origin familial status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status or public assistance status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: or email:

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race color creed religion gender age national origin familial status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status or public assistance status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: or email:

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time