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University of South Carolina

Physician Assistant Program - Principal Faculty

University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, United States, 29209


Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number FAC00095PO24 Advertised Title Physician Assistant Program - Principal Faculty Campus Columbia College/Division School of Medicine Columbia Department SOMC Physician Assistant Program Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with education and experience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 12 months Work County Richland Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty

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From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) Program at the University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine invites applications for the Principal Faculty / Clinical Assistant Professor position. This is a full-time, 12-month faculty position. Reporting directly to the Program Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for administrative and curricular aspects of the PA Program didactic education. The primary responsibilities of the PA Program Principal Faculty are to provide effective leadership and management of a graduate-level PA program's didactic education, including the planning, coordination, and delivery of the didactic education components in accordance with established education standards and practices, and utilizing the student evaluation system to assess student progress of essential education and skills for each didactic area.

Required Education and Experience

* Candidates must possess a terminal PA (Master), medical (e.g., MD, DO), or pharmacy (PharmD) degree. * Current or eligible for board certification with intent to pursue. * Currently licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of South Carolina. * PharmD applicants must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited College or school of pharmacy. PGY1 residency required or extensive academic experience.

Applicants should submit their application, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information of at least three references, as a single PDF document. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Preferred Qualifications

* Ideal candidates would have a minimum of three years of experience in clinical practice * For PharmD candidates, additional PGY2 and/or fellowship training is welcomed but not required * Demonstrated successful experience as a Physician Assistant * Previous teaching experience preferred

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 06/01/2024 Job Open Date 05/14/2024 Job Close Date 05/24/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167778 EEO Statement

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Curriculum Vitae * List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

* Cover Letter * Letter of Recommendation 1 * Letter of Recommendation 2 * Letter of Recommendation 3 * Other Supporting Documents