Description: This is a full-time 12-month Director of Pre-Clinical Education position for the new North Carolina A&T PA Program. The position will oversee all aspects of the pre-clinical phase of the program and participate in ensuring the innovative and dynamic development of the didactic curriculum. Duties include but are not limited to collaborating with the program director in designing the didactic curriculum; oversight, coordination, implementation, and assessment of the didactic curriculum; maintain a working knowledge of the ARC -PA standards and ensure their compliance within didactic curriculum; engaging in classroom instruction, leading test preparation and examination delivery, designing opportunities for faculty development serving on committees assigned; advise and maintain mentor relationship with assigned students; working closely with the program director to ensure accuracy of program reporting; serving on committees assigned; assisting with the student selection process; performing any other responsibilities delegated by the PA Program Director. Primary Function of Organizational Unit: North Carolina A&T is a 1890 land grant and doctoral-research university, where scholars are engaged in transformative teaching and learning, civic-outreach, interdisciplinary research and innovative solutions to global challenges as envisioned in N.C. A&T’s Vision, 2023. As the largest HBCU in the nation, our enrollment is more than 12,700 students and our workforce includes more than 2,000 employees. North Carolina A&T State University offers over 90-degree programs at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels through eight academic colleges. The University is one of the sixteen constituent units of the University of North Carolina ( UNC ) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ). The strategic vision focuses the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a learner-centered environment. The John R and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences offers baccalaureate degree programs in Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Speech, and Health Services management. The College is also home to three graduate programs, MS Health Psychology, MS in Social Work, and PhD is Social Work. Through innovative programs, high impact, and student-centered pedagogy, faculty in the college foster an inter-professional learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Social justice and promotion of health equity are integral components of the mission of the college. Consistent with this mission, the college welcomes applicants representing the full diversity of intellectual perspectives, life experiences, social-demographic, and political-cultural-backgrounds. Requirements: · Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program · Master’s Degree (Doctorate degree preferred) · Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written). High degree of organizational skills and ability to multi-task Preferred: · 5+ years in PA education experience · 5+ years as a clinically practicing PA · Have excellent interpersonal skills · Have strong critical thinking, organization, and problem-solving skills · Proficient written and verbal language skills + Experience in didactic curriculum development and review strongly preferred. Teaching experience including Simulation experience helpful Special Instructions: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; + Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees + Community Service Leave + Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina + NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more + 12 Paid Holidays + Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS ) + Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 + Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) + Campus Recreation Center Discount + University Bookstore Discount + and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.