Adjunct Instructor, Physician Assistant Studies Program

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor, Physician Assistant Studies Program Department:

Physician Assistant Studies Position Available:

Ongoing FLSA Status:

Exempt Job Status:

Adjunct (non-tenure track)

Location:

River Forest, IL Position Summary:

Dominican University invites applicants for adjunct teaching positions in Physician Assistant Studies. Instructors are sought on a rolling basis in anticipation of future program needs. There is no start date or deadline for applications; candidates may be contacted regarding their interest in future opportunities as they arise. Adjunct Faculty appointments are per semester and contingent upon enrollment. Responsibilities will include graduate instruction in didactic and/or clinical sections in the area(s) of expertise.

JOB COMPONENTS

Provide exemplary instruction as a Course Director in the didactic phase of the curriculum, simulation lab, and/or clinical areas of teaching Participate in mentoring and role modeling for PA students Create and/or edit educational deliverables for assigned courses Partner with the Clinical Simulation Manager to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical scenarios within the simulation laboratory environment to optimize student learning outcomes

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an ARC-PA accredited master's program Illinois license (or licensure-eligible) as a Physician Assistant/Associate NCCPA certification in good standing Two years of full-time clinical experience as a

Physician Assistant/Associate Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree Five years of full-time clinical experience as a Physician Assistant/Associate Evidence of teaching excellence

To Apply:

Dominican University will accept applications for this position until it is filled. Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) CV/resume, including a list of references, and (3) a one to two-page teaching philosophy statement. Official transcripts will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary. Physical Demands Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Note:

Accommodation will be made for applicants who cannot meet these physical demands

Salary and FLSA Status Salary:

Typically $1,500 per credit hour. The actual pay is determined based on credentials, experience, course level, and credit hours. Pay could differ for directed study courses.

FLSA Status:

Exempt Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. About Dominican University Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families' level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois. Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu. Expectations for all Dominican Employees To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups. Institutional Statement Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.