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    Associate or Full Professor - Lynchburg, United States - Liberty University

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    The Associate Professor's primary role is to teach in their areas of expertise, maintain the integrity of course and instructional programs, and to ensure that their delivery is in alignment with the University mission and vision for the student experience.

    As such, faculty are responsible for creating an academic atmosphere of mutual respect and consideration for individual dignity.

    Faculty members may be asked to aid in the development of curriculum in the residential and distance education environments, as well as engage in research/scholarship or creative activity that varies depending upon the expectations of their respective college or school and any additional activities involving service to students and their professional discipline.


    Faculty attain the rank of Associate Professor based upon scholarly and professional achievements subsequent to attaining the rank of assistant professor.

    An earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution in an area relevant to the faculty member's area of teaching or a terminal professional master's degree or evidence of outstanding contributions in the faculty member's professional or academic field (e.g., as recognized by one's peers, nationally) is required.

    Associate Professors are contracted for 10, 11, or 12 months (24, 27, or 30 load hours, respectively). Release from contracted teaching load is determined each semester by the Dean, per the Liberty University Faculty Handbook.


    As program director for the Master of Physician Assistant Program oversee all aspects of the development, management, and administration of the program and successfully support and maintain program accreditation through ARC-PA.

    Additionally, the program director will work with faculty to promote continuous improvement of the quality of curriculum and instruction within the Physician Assistant Program, ensure adequate clinical sites, establish and maintain contacts within the Virginia Medical establishment to ensure the long-term success of the program, work with support staff in the area, and coordinate the responsibilities of the assigned program, under the direction of the Department Chair.


    Program Directors are Expected to:

    • Evaluate and monitor student progress within the program.
    • Serves as program representative on committees regarding student progress.
    • Participates in the admissions process.
    • Assists in program development and evaluation.
    • Maintains a strong working knowledge of the field of student affairs and student services.
    • Coordinates student activities at the local, state, and national levels.
    • Oversees student professional organizations.
    • Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards.
    • Create, modify, and teach material from the approved curriculum.
    • Lead faculty efforts in maintaining discipline currency.
    • Lead faculty efforts in assuring quality and effectiveness in content and pedagogy.
    • Assists faculty in developing curriculum proposals.
    • Assists with instructional program planning for essential curricular components.
    • Coordinate accreditation compliance in accordance with regulatory body policy.
    • Participates in course planning by reviewing course enrollment patterns.
    • Monitors changes to university academic and administrative policies.
    • Monitor, ensure compliance, and advise on matters regarding all required certifications and licenses.
    • Provides information and advice regarding administrative issues related to curriculum changes, policies, and procedures.
    • Manages ARC-PA Continuing Accreditation Process.
    • Participates in departmental meetings and university committees.
    • Participates in state and national PA organizations.
    • Practices clinically in area of expertise.
    • Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean.
    • Foster a Christian worldview among faculty and students.

    Qualifications:

    • Hold a master's degree from a PA program accredited by ARC-PA and a regionally accredited university; terminal degree preferred
    • Current NCCPA certification; VA state PA license preferred
    • 5 years of clinical experience in a PA care specialty
    • Minimum of 3 years' experience in PA education
    • Experience in education leadership, clinical leadership, and demonstrated skill in program management
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Regional affiliations and knowledge of the local medical community
    • Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
    • Skillful problem-solving capabilities
    • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
    • Demonstrated strength in managing a team
    • Proven success working with all levels of management
    • Experience in management and administration
    • Strong attention to detail, including deadlines and accreditation guidelines


    This job description is designed to provide an employee with a basic understanding of the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities entailed in the performance of his or her job with Liberty University (LU).

    It is not intended to be all-inclusive. This description does not constitute an employment contract, either expressed or implied.

    Employment with Liberty University is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or LU with or without advance notice for any reason or for no reason at all.

    Only the President and Chancellor is authorized to make changes to any LU policy. Job functions and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of management. Efforts will be made to provide advanced notice of such changes whenever possible


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