Adjunct Faculty, Anatomy and Physiology, Physician Assistant Program

Adjunct Faculty, Anatomy and Physiology, Physician Assistant Program

Position:
Adjunct Faculty – Medical Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory series during Quarters 1 & 2 of the Physician Assistant Program. This temporary role focuses on direct teaching responsibilities and oversight of cadaver-based dissection and laboratory instruction, ensuring students gain a strong foundation in the medical sciences required for PA practice.

• Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, lifelong learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development.
• Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students, development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out all duties and responsibilities.
• Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, department, and university, and abide by the mandates of the South University Board of Trustees.

• Provide high‑quality teaching in the Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory series, including cadaver‑based dissection.
• Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
• Deliver clinically relevant, systems‑based instruction aligned with program learning outcomes and competencies for PA practice.
• Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of activities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
• Effectively utilize technology in the classroom and laboratory to support the student learning experience.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in teaching style and work schedule, exhibiting a passion for teaching, and engaging students in the learning process.
• Provide timely feedback and remedial support as needed to foster student mastery and progression.
• Prepare, administer, and grade course examinations, laboratory practical exams, and other student assessments.
• Enable the achievement of predefined outcomes by establishing student performance criteria, evaluating student learning, and fostering proficiency.
• Keep accurate records, submit grades and reports on time, and enforce academic and attendance policies consistent with university and program expectations.
• Relate professional, clinical, or research experience to instruction, bringing industry and medical relevance into the classroom and laboratory setting.
• Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner‑centered instruction.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s), faculty, and other South University administrators.

• Terminal degree in a healthcare discipline such as physician assistant, pharmacy, medical doctor, or public health. Minimum of a master’s degree is required.
• Eligibility for professional licensure/certification in the applicable state and healthcare discipline (if applicable) or holds an active, valid, and unencumbered state license.
• 1–2 years teaching experience in a graduate health‑related profession highly preferred.
• 2 years of clinical experience required, if applicable.
• Experience in PA/medical classroom teaching preferred.
• PAs must have graduated from an accredited PA program and have current or emeritus NCCPA certification.
• Emeritus clinicians are not required to hold active licensure.
• Cadaver dissection experience is preferred.
• Academic processes – knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology.
• Clerical – knowledge of office administrative procedures, including accurate record‑keeping.
• Computer – basic computer skills (word processing, web browsing, Microsoft Office).
• Technical knowledge and application – proficiency with the online learning environment, including creation of digital media and utilization of learning management systems.
• Mathematics – ability to…