Sacred Heart University·Stamford, Connecticut
The adjunct instructor will teach and coordinate activities for the didactic phase of the Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies Program. They will engage in collaborative teaching and maintain strong clinical integration within a highly interactive learning environment.
As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century.
SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus.
Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs.
More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr.
Susan L.
Davis, R.N., & Richard J.
Henley College of Nursing; and St.
Vincent’s College.
Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity.
The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities.
The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition.
Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu Sacred Heart University seeks adjunct faculty to join our Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies Program (MSPAS).
Position duties include teaching and coordinating activities related to the didactic phase of the program located in Stamford, CT.
The program complements graduate programs in the College of Health Profession's Athletic Training, Exercise Science & Nutrition, Healthcare Informatics, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Public Health, and Speech-Language Pathology programs.
The College also offers undergraduate programs in Exercise Science and Health Science.
In addition to academic excellence, the College has a rich tradition of service learning, study-abroad opportunities and faculty practice activities.
The candidate must hold a minimum of a Master's degree, current NCCPA certification or national board certification in their profession and have worked a minimum of two years as a licensed PA (three years preferred) or other profession a minimum of two years. Prior experience teaching in a PA program and familiarity with the ARC-PA accreditation process is desirable. Candidate must be eligible for licensure in Connecticut. Physicians, Advanced Practice Nurses (APRNs) and Licensed Health Care Professionals with teaching experience are also eligible to apply for this position. The candidate should be comfortable in a highly interactive teaching/learning environment that includes collaborative teaching, significant faculty/student interaction, and strong clinical integration. Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to contribute to a College environment based upon mutual respect and collegiality and will value the University's Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and will support the University's commitment to community service, strategic planning, and the intellectual and ethical development of all students. Application Instructions: Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately, with consideration continuing until the position is filled. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Market context
In Connecticut, Physician Associate Studies adjunct instructor roles are typically sought by programs that need clinically current educators with teaching or precepting experience. Competition often centers on candidates who pair a master’s degree and NCCPA or other national board certification with Connecticut licensure eligibility and familiarity with ARC-PA standards. Review the program’s curriculum needs and prepare examples of how your licensed practice and accreditation knowledge support student learning; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you assess fit faster.