Assistant Professor - Physician Assistant Program
Company: West Coast University
Location: Richardson
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Come care with us at West Coast University! As a Physician
Assistant Faculty member for a certified Great Place to Work, you
will guide students to do more than change their own lives – you
will help change the lives of every patient they treat throughout
their career in healthcare. At West Coast University you will have
the opportunity to share your success story with the next
generation of Physician Assistant as a key member of our
student-centered, innovative community! You will make an impact by:
Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an
educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Create an educational
environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and
accountability Regularly contributes to improvement or upgrading of
class materials and syllabi utilizing identified University
processes Utilizes a variety of teaching methodologies to instruct
students, always with intent to facilitate observable evidence of
student fulfillment of prescribed learning outcomes. Demonstrates
enthusiasm for teaching and the teaching/learning process and for
individual students. Assists with assessment, critique and
evaluation of overall curriculum and may lead the process of
revisions to program and syllabi (if necessary) while ensuring
quality. Your Experience Includes: 0-4 years of teaching in a
University (or College) setting or previous rank of assistant
professor awarded by a regionally accredited institution. Teaching
experience in Physician Assistant courses and initiated research
interest focused on evidence-based clinical research is strongly
preferred. Working with online learning management systems to
further engage the student learning process desirable. Documented 3
years of experience as a practicing clinician Education: Must
provide a documented background in educational methodology
consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to
education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to
specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical
practice experience, or distance education techniques and delivery.
Terminal academic degree required (Master’s degree), doctorate
preferred LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: NCCPA certified Physician
Assistant or Board certified (or eligible) allopathic or
osteopathic physician PA license (or eligible) or MD / DO licensed
or eligible for licensure Do you want a career that allows you to
make a difference in other people’s lives? Discover what it means
to truly believe in the work that you do at West Coast University.
At West Coast University, we have the privilege of educating
students seeking careers in healthcare and guide them through their
transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates
are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our
values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a
student-centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an
aligned, nimble, and consensus-driven culture that is
solution-oriented and supports our associates’ professional growth.
West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive
environment for all associates. Campus: WCU Richardson Campus
Function: Faculty
Keywords: West Coast University, Mesquite , Assistant Professor - Physician Assistant Program, Education / Teaching , Richardson, Texas
