Assistant or Associate Professor

The Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at ODU (formerly EVMS) Physician Assistant Program invites applications for the position of core Program Faculty. The PA core faculty member works in concert with the Program Director and PA Program faculty to promote quality education for the students in accordance with the Program’s mission and ARC-PA accreditation standards.

Position Summary:

This is a 12-month, full-time position with the opportunity for clinical release or research time. The PA Faculty member reports directly to the Program Director and is a key member of the PA faculty team.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Teach, evaluate, and advise didactic and clinical physician assistant students.
• Serve on program, school, and professional committees.
• Assist in the admission, remediation, and retention of physician assistant students.
• Serve as advocate for the program and communicate program needs to the Program Director.
• Create and promote a positive work/teaching/learning environment among students and staff through teamwork and open communication.
• Academic rank commensurate with experience.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or Doctorate
• Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Current NCCPA Certification
• Current Virginia State Licensure or ability to obtain a license
• At least 5-years clinical experience as a Physician Assistant
• Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication, dedication to program development, and a willingness to accept new challenges

About Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at ODU

Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at ODU is Southeastern Virginia’s premier medical education institution. It was created in July 2024 by the integration of Eastern Virginia Medical School into Old Dominion University. This marks a transformative era in healthcare education and creates the largest portfolio of health sciences degrees in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Based in Norfolk’s historic Ghent neighborhood on an impressive and growing campus with access to a state-of-the-art simulation center, world class hospitals and newly renovated educational facilities. The institution offers a broad range of programs and areas of concentration in education, research and patient care. This community based medical and health profession’s school provides ample opportunities for growth for a professional interested in developing their career as a medical educator. The Physician Assistant Program is the largest program in the EVMS School of Health Professions.

Employment Equal Opportunity

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.