Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor & Director of Clinical Education - Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant Medicine

Job Title

• Agency
• Tarleton State University
• Department
• Physician Assistant Program
• Proposed Minimum Salary
• Commensurate
• Job Location
• Stephenville, Texas
• Job Type
• Faculty

About the role

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor & Director of Clinical Education in the Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant Medicine.

As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond.

Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located-on campus or online-you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Important Immigration Information

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

This is a 12-month, non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor & Director of Clinical Education position located on Tarleton's main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be assigned to teach at various campus locations or through approved instructional modalities, as determined by the institution based on operational needs. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

40% Teaching and Service

• Work closely with the Program Director to ensure cohesiveness of the clinical curriculum by implementing curricula that are in harmony with the educational philosophy of the Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine (Tarleton MMSc-PAM).
• Design original or review and modify as appropriate existing curricula to correlate with program-defined learning outcomes and competencies.
• Responsible for generating and delivering classroom learning experiences and clinical skills instruction within the basic medical and clinical science topics based on the individual's qualifications.
• Actively participate in programmatic data gathering and analysis, as well as design and implementation of action plans in response to the analysis.
• Actively participate in the accreditation process.
• Actively participate in the admissions process.
• Provide effective student advisement and mentorship.
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in Physician Assistant medical education, scholarly activity, and servant leadership in the areas of rural health.

60% Administrative

• Develop, maintain, and review all clinical sites and respective affiliation agreements alongside the Medical Director
• Provide each clinical preceptor orientation on Competency Based Medical Education focusing on instruction and assessment of the Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine program competencies.
• Provide effective leadership and guidance to support staff members involved in the clinical phase of the Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine.
• Conduct clinical site visits to evaluate learners and preceptors.
• Effectively develop and implement all clerkship assignments and assessments
• Plan and implement all activities during the end of clerkship days
• Work closely with the Director of Didactic Education in the oversight and implementation of the overall curricular design, to ascertain a seamless transition from the didactic phase into the clinical phase of the program
• Ensure that the Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine clinical curriculum challenges learners while facilitating their professional development.
• Provide effective advising and mentoring for learners
• Conduct data collection and analysis for the clinical phase of the Tarleton State University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine program.
• Provide support and assistance in continuous programmatic assessment and accreditation processes
• Provide course instruction according to the expertise of the candidate as needed by the program.
• Participate in grant development for rural service-learning initiatives.

Required Education and Experience

• Must have earned at least a Master's degree from an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant program AND hold a current NCCPA certification
• Must have an unrestricted Texas state license (or be license eligible) as a Physician Assistant.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical practice
• Previous clinical precepting or teaching experience for an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant or program is preferred. However, qualified applicants new to academia are encouraged to apply and will have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment with active, supportive mentoring and faculty development training.
• Alternative education
• Earned professional or practice doctoral degree (e.g., M.D., D.O, Pharm.D., DMSc) or research doctorate in a related field (e.g., Ph.D. in Physiology, Biomedical Sciences)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

*Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience*

Application Procedure

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include (required)

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts
• Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.
• Philosophy Statement related to Teaching

Additional information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2026.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.