Physician Assistant (PA) Program Director

Job Posting: Physician Assistant (PA) Program Director

University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine

Position Overview:

The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is seeking an experienced and dynamic Physician Assistant (PA) Program Director to help establish and lead a new PA Master's Program, anticipated to begin in Summer 2027. The Program Director will play a pivotal role in shaping and growing this innovative program, working closely with the School of Medicine leadership and university administration. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking institution with full support from both the School of Medicine and the University.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee all aspects of the PA Master's Program.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Recruit, manage, and mentor PA faculty and staff.
• Design curriculum and educational strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Provide leadership and vision to create a robust and sustainable program.
• Report directly to the Associate Dean of Health Professional Education within the School of Medicine.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a practicing Physician Assistant.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Eligible for licensure as a PA in Texas.
• At least 3 years of experience in PA education, including leadership roles.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage academic programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and university administration.

Facilities: The University of Texas at Tyler offers outstanding facilities, including state-of-the-art anatomy, simulation, and educational spaces.

Application Process: For more details or to apply, please contact Jeffrey Pearl via LinkedIn, email at UTTylerSOMRecruitment@uttyler.edu, or visit the official job posting at UT Tyler: Apply Here.

To learn more about the city of Tyler and all it has to offer, visit Tyler, Texas Official Website.

Position open and available for immediate hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.