Principal Faculty, School of Physician Associate Studies

Principal Faculty, School of Physician Associate Studies

Hillsboro Professional Campus - OR

Position Type Full Time Category Faculty and Staff

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

Job Location:

Hillsboro Professional Campus - OR

Position Type:
Full Time

Rank/Salary:
Commensurate with Experience

Position Overview Come join an established and highly successful School of Physician Associate Studies (SPA) program in the beautiful Willamette Valley, in Hillsboro Oregon. Our team is collaborative, inclusive, and mission-centered. We are focused on mentoring future colleagues who are empathetic, responsive, service-driven clinicians who reflect the diverse populations we serve.

We are seeking a dynamic, clinician-focused educator to join our Didactic Team as a tenure-track faculty member. Housed within the innovative College of Health and Rehabilitation Services, our faculty enjoy a collaborative environment with robust opportunities for interprofessional education.

Responsibilities include teaching across the didactic and clinical phases of the Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies program; active participation in service at the program, division, and university levels; and the development of a sustained, peer-reviewed scholarly portfolio consistent with expectations for a tenure-track appointment.

We highly value clinical excellence and professional longevity. To support this, opportunities for active clinical practice are available and highly encouraged as a means of maintaining your professional expertise and clinical edge.

Core Responsibilities

• Teaching & Facilitation:
  Deliver engaging instruction across both the didactic and clinical phases of the Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies program. Serve as a small group and simulation facilitator.
• Clinical Skills & Evaluation:
  Participate in the coordination, training, and evaluation of students for physical exams, laboratory medicine, standardized patient interactions, clinical and technical skills.
• Scholarship & Service:
  Develop a sustained, peer-reviewed scholarly portfolio consistent with tenure-track expectations, with support and mentorship from senior faculty and the University. Participate actively in service at the program, division, and university levels.
• Student Mentorship:
  Serve as an Academic Advisor to students throughout their educational journey, tracking academic and professional progress.
• Community Engagement:
  Supervise PA students at a low-cost community clinic, health fairs, and outreach projects, proudly representing the School to the medical and university community.
• Program Excellence:
  Assist with ongoing program assessment and data analysis for accreditation.

Required Qualifications:

• Credentials:
  Certified PA, MD, DO, or FNP.
• Licensure:
  Currently licensed in Oregon, or eligible for Oregon licensure (with the ability to obtain an active license within 90 days of hire).
• Education:
  
  Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Clinical
  
  Experience:
  
  A minimum of three (3) years of active, hands-on clinical experience involved in direct patient care.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills. A proven history of open, collaborative, and collegial interactions.
• Leadership & Motivation:
  Strong organizational skills with the ability to inspire and motivate students to achieve academic and professional goals.
• Travel:
  Ability to travel occasionally as needed to fulfill program and clinical site duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years of active clinical practice.
• Prior teaching experience in an academic setting or significant experience as a clinical preceptor.
• Prior administrative experience within a medical or educational program.
• Technical proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas) and data management tools (e.g., Excel).

Faculty Benefits & Perks

Pacific University offers a robust and competitive benefits package designed to support your long-term career growth, academic scholarship, and work-life flexibility:

• Work-Life Flexibility:
  Enjoy a flexible schedule featuring a weekly combination of on-campus presence, remote work-from-home options, and/or dedicated clinical practice time after an initial introductory period.
• Path to Tenure & Mentorship:
  Clear opportunities for tenure and promotion to…