Assist in the construction, grading, and analysis of
assessments used to evaluate students’ knowledge, skills, and
attitudes.
Develop, organize, and implement curricula as a Course
Director.
Assist in student advising and mentoring.
Develop and publish scholarly work that enhances knowledge in
areas that are consistent with the needs of the Program and/or the
Profession.
Serve on Program, College, and/or University committees to
support various needs or projects within the University.
Requirements:
- Graduate-level degree in physician assistant studies. Doctoral
degree in a related field preferred.
- Current NCCPA certification and current or eligible for the
Illinois PA license.
- Experience in academia, clinical practice, and a record of
scholarly activity are preferred
- Demonstrated abilities in teaching, service, and
mentorship.
Compensation:
The salary is commensurate with experience. Review of applications
will continue until the position is filled.
About Midwestern University:
Midwestern University is an independent institution of higher
education committed to the education of health care professionals.
The Illinois campus is located on a spacious 105-acre campus in
Downers Grove, 25 miles west of Chicago, and is home to the Chicago
College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Pharmacy-Downers Grove
Campus, College of Dental Medicine-Illinois, Chicago College of
Optometry, and College of Health Sciences-Downers Grove Campus. The
PA program is housed in the College of Health Sciences along with
Speech-Language Pathology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy,
and Behavioral Sciences.
Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job
board at
www.midwestern.edu . Your online
application should include:
- Cover letter (upload as an attachment)
- CV (upload as an attachment)
Please direct questions to Don Martinez, Jr., Program Director.
dmarti2@midwestern.edu 630-515-6034
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization
that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health
sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove,
Illinois, and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000
full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic
medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies,
physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia,
cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology,
speech-language pathology, biomedical sciences, and veterinary
medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members
are dedicated to the education and development of our students in
an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of
the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly
activity, and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical,
dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance,
short/long-term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible
spending accounts, including healthcare reimbursement and
child/dependent care account. We offer a work-life balance with a
competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex
days, personal days, and vacation days. We offer a 403(b)
retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy
reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee
assistance program. Wellness is important to us, and we offer a
wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness
facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer that does not discriminate against an employee or
applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin
or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender
(including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual
orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past,
current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic
information; or any other protected class, in accord with
all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern
University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S.
36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).
Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of
2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights
pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information,
please review the
Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.