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Part-Time Clinical Assistant Professor Physician Assistant CoHP 2026-2027
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A Health Sciences Professor teaches foundational health science ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the health science curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$98,128 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
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Working Title Part-Time Clinical Assistant Professor Physician Assistant CoHP 2026-2027 Location Rio Grande Valley, Texas Division/Organization Division of Health Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position Tenure Status Non Tenure Track FTE Scope of Job We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's student body as a Part-Time Clinical Assistant Professor of the Department of Physician Assistant beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide student instruction and teach courses (didactic and/or clinical) as assigned by the Program Director/Department Chair.
- Supervise students in didactic and/or clinical courses and activities.
- Provide direct clinical instruction to PA students during supervised patient care experiences.
- Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of student performance.
- Perform other program and department level duties, as assigned.
About UTRGV:
UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service. Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration. UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit UTRGV website . Minimum Qualifications 1. Minimum of a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or medical degree (MD/DO) 2. Applicants must have a Doctorate and/or a Master's degree from an accredited US institution. 3. Physician Assistant applicants must be NCCPA certified. 4. Physician Assistants and MD/DOs must have an active, non-restricted Texas Medical Board license. Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Preferred Qualification Preferred (but not required) qualifications include two(2) years of experience in clinical practice, demonstrated strong leadership skills, and success in teaching PA students as a preceptor in clinical practice. Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience License or Certification Required? Yes Number of Vacancies 3 Desired Start Date 01/05/2027 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Open Date 08/28/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Dear Applicant, Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Gender- Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission.