Company Description
Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. Augsburg's Statement of Commitment on Equity
We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts. Recognizing that higher education's democratic promise is compromised by systemic and systematic barriers to college access and completion, Augsburg is called to stand for equity in everything we do to fulfill our academic mission, serve our students and engage our fellow citizens. Job Description
The Physician Assistant Studies Program at Augsburg University invites candidates to apply for a position as a full-time, non-tenure track faculty member. This renewable 3-year special appointment provides an opportunity to teach in an inclusive, hands-on classroom, lab, and community-based setting, including the Augsburg Health Commons. A PA faculty's role is to be primary instructor for academic courses and sharing responsibility for teaching across the curriculum in their area of expertise. Specifically, faculty develop course content and teach students through lectures, physical exam and technical skills instruction, facilitating small group and case-based learning, grading and coaching/advising students. All faculty members are also engaged in departmental and university assessment, professional development, and accreditation compliance.
Augsburg PA trains empathic, community-minded, and forward-thinking health care leaders to practice in primary care with a focus on underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized communities. Specializing in team-based learning for team-based patient care, Augsburg's PA program values connection, inclusion, and innovation. As the first accredited PA program in Minnesota, Augsburg PA prepares students to be practice-ready through case-based learning, projects, and hands-on skills, including mannequin-based simulation and point of care ultrasound. Successful candidates should be a self-motivated team member, looking to grow their educational and professional experience, as well as the program's. This person will work well in collaboration with a cohesive and experienced group of faculty and professional staff. Qualifications Master's degree in PA studies or related discipline, doctoral degree preferred. Current NCCPA certification. Eligibility for PA licensure in Minnesota. Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a PA. Previous in-person or virtual lecturing experience within a PA educational program Demonstrated organizational and professional skills Additional Information
To apply for this position, upload a cover letter, CV, and official transcripts. In the cover letter, candidates should address their ability to educate and mentor diverse students and/or contribute to a diverse community. As a part of the online application process, you will be required to provide the names of three professional references. If your application advances in this search, you will be notified prior to Augsburg University contacting your references. Application review will begin immediately; position open until filled.
Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work.
As part of Augsburg University's commitment to intentional diversity, 50% of our current student body identifies as Black, Indigenous, and persons of color. The emerging interdisciplinary Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies builds on this foundation to further diversify our academic curriculum and co-curricular programs. We do this work out of historical and contemporary obligations rooted in our ethical and intellectual commitments to prepare our diverse student body for a cosmopolitan world. Application Instructions: Application Requirements Cover Letter CV Transcripts Professional references will be requested at a later date.
Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.
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: .
