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Call for Applications: Instructor of Physician Assistant Studies, Principal Faculty

Weill Cornell Medicine, Master of Science in Health Sciences for Physician Assistants Program

Weill Cornell Medicine invites applications for an Instructor in the Physician Assistant Studies Program. The role offers a unique opportunity to be part of the prestigious Master of Science in Health Science for Physician Assistants Program at one of the world's leading academic medical institutions.

About the Program

Weill Cornell Medicine, Master of Science in Health Sciences for Physician Assistant Program is 27-months, 11.5 months preclinical coursework and 15.5 months of clinical training. The program is approved by the ARC-PA for 52 students per cohort.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Program Director, the Instructor of Physician Assistant Studies will have responsibilities in all program phases of the PA curriculum, including the preclinical, clinical, and research phases under the guidance of the Director of Preclinical Education, Director of Clinical Education, and Director of Research. This includes, but is not limited, to didactic course instruction, preparation of examinations, small group instructions, participation in end-of-rotation meetings, clinical site visits, student advisement, research mentoring, working with students on their professional development, and preparing students to practice as Physician Assistants upon graduation. In addition, responsibilities will include providing administrative support to the PA program as determined by the Director including, but not limited to, campus-wide educational activities, institutional and program committee participation, accreditation activities, review of preclinical curriculum, admissions, and outreach and recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching in the preclinical curriculum
• Course coordinator for at least one preclinical course
• Academic counseling of preclinical and clinical students
• Serve as research mentor
• Attend site visits for clinical students
• Grading in preclinical and clinical year (History and Physicals, OSCEs, Technical Skills testing)
• Clinical practice is preferred - (outside clinical practice is encouraged and must be in compliance with the Cornell University Conflicts Policy and the Academic Policies/Responsibilities on Consulting (Attachment B of the Conflicts Policy)

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Doctorate preferred, Master's Degree is required
• Successful candidates without a terminal degree are expected to pursue doctoral studies within one year of hiring
• PA education experience is preferred but would consider candidates with less experience and a strong commitment to PA education
• A strong record of teaching, scholarly output, and experience in program development and evaluation preferred
• Eligible for Weill Cornell Faculty Appointment at the level of Instructor or above
• If a Physician Assistant, must be eligible for PA licensure in New York and currently certified by the NCCPA
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication
• Ability to travel locally and out of state for clinical site visits and regional/national meetings

Salary below per annum commensurate with qualifications experience:

Instructor: $120,617-$147,421

Weill Cornell Medicine provides the above salary range in compliance with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range listed is for full‐time employment not including bonuses, clinical incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, specialty, training, and hospital/community needs.

The above salary range for New York City based roles represents WCM's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Applications must be submitted by May 19, 2025. Applications should be submitted through this