Program Director​/Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Studies

Overview

Program Director/Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Studies. East Carolina University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month appointment. The successful candidate must be NCCPA-certified and will provide leadership for the Department of Physician Assistant Studies and its graduate program, while supporting the college’s vision in education, scholarship, and service.

• Participate in instructional activities (lecturer/small group facilitator, course director, student assessment, and other instructional tasks).
• Disseminate information from the Administrative Council to faculty, staff, and students as appropriate.
• Hold regular Department meetings as appropriate.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to reach consensus on department decisions while aligning with the goals of the Department, College, and University.
• Contribute to formulation and execution of College, University, and accreditation policies and regulations.
• Oversee development, execution, and review of a strategic plan in alignment with College and University goals.
• Develop budget requests with the Dean and manage the departmental budget.
• Manage personnel matters within the department, including evaluation, recruitment/retention/hiring, workload administration, mentorship, and related actions.
• Manage curriculum development and changes, and plan enrichment activities.
• Oversee continuous programmatic review and analysis to ensure ARC standards compliance.
• Oversee departmental research and service programs and use of departmental resources.
• Engage in professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in PA or related field with a minimum of three (3) years of teaching and/or professional practice experience.
• Current NCCPA certification.

• At least five (5) years of experience in teaching and/or professional practice.

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online and submit the required applicant documents:

• Letter of Interest
• List of Three References (noting contact information)
• Two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. If selected, an automatic e-mail will be sent to references entered in the People Admin system. Letters submitted via the People Admin system will be verified and considered toward meeting this requirement.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the People Admin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants with the preferred education and experience must also meet the minimum education/experience requirements, if applicable.

Job Open Date 09/18/2025

Yes. Job close date: positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on the indicated date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins 10/03/2025

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and to a culture of care. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA AA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at  (Voice/ TTY) or ADA
-Coordinator
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Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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