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Company Description
Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.
Augsburg’s mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings.
Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. Augsburg encourages BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds to apply.
About Augsburg PA
Established in 1994, Augsburg PA is Minnesota's first PA program. Augsburg was also the first in the state to launch the Doctor of Medical Science degree for PAs and, in 2026, the first to formally adopt the national professional title of Physician Associate. The 27-month program includes 15 months of clinically integrated coursework followed by 12 months of supervised clinical rotations at sites across Minnesota, the Upper Midwest, and beyond. Students build practice-ready skills through case-based learning, projects, and hands-on training, including simulation and point of care ultrasound (POCUS).
PA Program Mission
The Augsburg PA program is dedicated to educating compassionate, community-oriented, and forward-thinking health care professionals who are prepared to practice in primary care and address a wide range of patient needs. The program emphasizes team-based learning to prepare students for collaborative patient care, grounded in connection, respect, and innovation.
The program's goal is to develop informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, and critical thinkers who are equipped to provide high-quality care across varied clinical and community settings.
Job Description
The Physician Associate (PA) Studies Program at Augsburg University invites candidates to apply for a
full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position. This renewable 3-year special appointment blends clinical
phase coordination with didactic teaching and program support.
At least 0.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) of this 1.0 FTE appointment is dedicated to the clinical phase. In
this role, the faculty member works alongside the Director of Clinical Education (DCE) to develop and
maintain clinical sites with the clinical team, conduct site visits, advise and coach students through their clinical experiences, and assess student and site performance during the clinical phase.
The remaining effort supports the didactic phase and broader program needs. Depending on program
priorities and the candidate's strengths, this may include classroom and skills instruction, accreditation compliance with the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) Standards, program assessment, and, for qualified candidates, teaching in the department's Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) program.
The successful candidate is a self-motivated team member looking to grow their own educational and
professional experience, as well as the program's. This person will work well in collaboration with a cohesive and experienced group of faculty and professional staff.
Responsibilities
● Promote an inclusive learning environment
● Serve as instructional leader for at least 9 course/instructional credits per semester across the
clinical and didactic phases of the PA program, with additional DMSc credits as able or assigned
● Participate in the ongoing PA program self-assessment, analysis, and accreditation process for
courses, instructional faculty, and program curriculum
● Participate in curriculum development, teaching, and mapping according to ARC-PA Standards
in both the didactic and clinical phases
● Participate as a member of PA program committees and university-level committees
● Participate in state and national PA organizations as necessary to promote the program and the
profession
● Participate in the admissions process, including student recruitment and selection
● Participate in professional development activities outside of Augsburg University's PA program
in areas of clinical practice, scholarly activities, or advancement of educational degree, as agreed
upon by the Program and School Directors, and provide an annual report of such activities per the
Augsburg Faculty Handbook
● Support and participate in the annual review of the PA program mission statement
Clinical phase (at least 0.5 FTE), in support of the Director of Clinical Education (DCE)
● Partner with the DCE and clinical staff on recruitment, development, and retention of preceptors
and clinical sites
● Conduct site visits and site assessments according to program policies and procedures and ARC-
PA Standards
● Advise, coach, and mentor students through their clinical experiences, including remediation as
necessary
● Provide student instruction and assessment during the clinical phase, including data collection
and evaluation, grading, and tracking of student progress
● Help develop and maintain clinical phase learning objectives, outcomes, and student assessments,
and organize hands-on learning experiences on call back days
● Assist with development of tools to assess the effectiveness of the clinical curriculum and clinical
sites
● Maintain student data, assignments, and professionalism or discipline matters based on policies in
the Program Handbook
● Maintain Continuing Medical Education (CME) certification status for PA preceptors
Didactic phase and program support (remaining FTE)
● Provide academic instruction in the faculty member's area of expertise, including lectures,
physical exam and technical skills instruction, and facilitation of small group and case-based
learning
● Develop learning objectives, learning outcomes, and student assessments for assigned didactic
courses
● Provide coaching, advising, remediation, and tutoring for students deficient in knowledge or
skills as necessary
● Support program assessment and accreditation compliance, including data collection and analysis
and preparation of materials related to ARC-PA Standards
● Assist with development of tools to assess the effectiveness of the didactic curriculum
● For qualified candidates, teach, advise, or mentor students in the DMSc program as assigned by
the department
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications
● Master's degree in PA studies
● Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
(NCCPA)
● Eligibility for PA licensure in Minnesota
● Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a PA
● Previous in-person or virtual teaching experience within a PA educational program
● Demonstrated organizational and professional skills
● Proficiency in using spreadsheet software
Preferred but not required qualifications
● Doctoral degree (required for DMSc teaching assignments)
● Experience in PA clinical education, such as precepting, clinical site development, or site visits
● Experience with program assessment, curriculum mapping, or ARC-PA accreditation processes
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $100,000, annually, depending on hiring rank and qualifications.
Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage. Medical plans include Kavira direct care, which provides free or low-cost virtual and in-home primary care appointments and labs
- A generous 403(b) retirement program with an employer contribution of up to 8% upon eligibility
- Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
- Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
- Paid parental leave
Application Instructions and Requirements
Initial review of application materials will begin on November 2, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply for this position, please upload the following documents:
- Cover letter: Please address why you are interested in Augsburg University and this position, how your previous professional and academic experiences make you a strong candidate for this position, and how you believe you would contribute to and enhance the Augsburg Physician Associate Studies Program
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts transcripts
Official transcripts will be required if hired.
As part of the online application process, candidates are asked to provide the name, email address, and nature of professional relationship for three professional references. One of the references must be able to address your teaching or teaching potential. If your application advances in this search, you will be notified prior to Augsburg contacting your references.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact the Search Chair: Danielle Skoglund at [email protected].
Augsburg University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: [email protected].
