Principal Faculty in Physician Associate Studies
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Application Deadline:
Until Filled
Position Details:
This full-time faculty position is on campus and in person.
Principal faculty are appointed to their academic positions by the Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Rank will be commensurate with education, experience, and academic record. The Physician Associate Program faculty member serves at the direction of the Program Director. They will serve in a joint role, with responsibilities spanning the academic program''s didactic and clinical phases. Rank will be commensurate with the education, experience, and academic record.
GENERAL
This position is a 12-month, consecutive, non-tenured faculty appointment in the Physician Associate Program. The PA faculty consists of a highly motivated, cohesive group of experienced educators. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive primary care curriculum that prepares students to practice in a variety of clinical settings.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The faculty member must hold current NCCPA certification, a master's degree, and be eligible for licensure in the state of Texas.
At least two years of clinical experience.
The ability to work collaboratively as an inter-professional team member is essential. Excellent written and oral communication skills are expected to effectively communicate with students, staff, instructional faculty (including adjunct faculty and guest instructors), and organizational administrators. Punctuality, attention to detail, and adherence to due dates are required. Proficiency in technology for organization, word processing, electronic health records, and communication is essential.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Teaching experience.
Doctoral preparation or active pursuit. Documented scholarly activity.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
ADMINISTRATION
Serve as a Physician Associate Education Committee member to facilitate high-quality education through curriculum development and continuous self-assessment and improvement processes.
Developing, reviewing, and revising as necessary the program mission statement, goals, and competencies.
Mentor, instruct, and evaluate students within areas of expertise and interest.
Participating in the program''s admissions process and the Academic Affairs and Promotions Committee.
Attend faculty meetings of the Department and Division.
Participate in Student Class Activities.
ACADEMIC
Attend lectures and provide peer feedback and evaluation.
Provide academic counseling to students
Evaluate student performance
Assure the availability of remedial instruction
Serve as a faculty advisor and mentor to PA students.
Advise potential students on preparing their applications to the program.
Design, implement, coordinate, and evaluate the curriculum
Serve as course director, teach in the classroom, and participate in course assignments in a setting promoting team teaching.
Work in concert with other faculty to develop appropriate "mini-courses'''' to address the special instructional needs of the PA Program.
Develop and maintain student learning objectives and evaluation instruments for traditional, synchronous, and asynchronous web courses.
Participate in lab sessions and simulations.
Participate in clinical quality improvement and clinical site visits/evaluation.
Evaluate the program
Establish a personal program of scholarly activity.
SERVICE
l. Maintain an active role in state and national organizations supporting the program''s educational mission.
CLINICAL PRACTICE
Provide clinical services to patients in accordance with program policy.
Maintain clinical credentials, including state licensure and national practice certification.
Department Details:
TCU Harris College offers an innovative Master of Medical Science degree in Physician Associate Studies. The program is currently undergoing initial provisional accreditation and is scheduled to matriculate its first cohort of 40 students in January of 2027.
The Physician Associate Studies Program is a 24-month, full-time, post-baccalaureate professional program that prepares graduates for national certification and state licensure as Physician Associates/Assistants. The curriculum will include a mix of didactic instruction, hands-on clinical training, simulation, and field experience in local and regional healthcare settings. Students begin with 15 months of lectures, practical clinical skills training, and bedside demonstrations covering basic medical sciences, clinical medicine, behavioral sciences, patient assessment and evaluation, health education and promotion, and professional standards and ethics. This foundational coursework will be followed by eight months of clinical rotations in the seven core specialties mandated by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), along with two elective rotations in various settings. Graduates from the program will complete 99 credit hours of clinical coursework and will be eligible to take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE), administered by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
School/College Description:
The Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences consists of programs that prepare future health care and human services professionals. The academic units within Harris College - Applied Health Sciences, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology, Nurse Anesthesia, Nursing, and Social Work - are home to 1,900 students who are supported by committed and talented faculty and staff. Harris College supports the mission, vision, and values of TCU; we prepare global citizens to think and practice as ethical leaders in health care and educational settings.
Harris College offers 20 degree pathways in our health-related disciplines. Students benefit from learning experiences in campus laboratories and hospitals, clinics, schools, fitness facilities, and community service agencies throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Area. On campus, the Miller Speech & Hearing Clinic provides services for more than 300 families each year and serves as a professional practice site for students majoring in speech pathology and habilitation of the deaf. TCU Nursing and the School of Nurse Anesthesia provide innovative learning experiences in their state-of-the-art simulation centers.
The faculty and students at Harris College actively engage in research for the purpose of improving health and well-being. Undergraduate and graduate students have opportunities to form mentoring relationships with internationally recognized faculty as they conduct studies in such areas as pharmacogenetics, carbohydrate metabolism, exercise physiology, health disparities, heart disease, aging, Parkinson's disease, caregiving, language development in children with hearing loss, and forgiveness among others. Our graduates are competent, compassionate, and in demand in the workforce.
University & Fort Worth Description:
About TCU
Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.
TCU's campus - regularly ranked among the nation's most beautiful - spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.
The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master's level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.
About Fort Worth
Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation's 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century - one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region's thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area - the nation's fourth-largest and a top tourism destination - Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.
Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums - the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.
Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:
Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, submit personal/contact information, a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references online at jobs.tcu.edu. All questions regarding the application process should be directed to Human Resources at hrtalentacquisition@tcu.edu. Applications not submitted online will not be considered.
Employment Values Statement:
Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.