Job Description

Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.




SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.


Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title

Clinical Associate/Full Professor of the Physician Assistant Studies Program

Requisition

202500119F

Rank

Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College

College of Health Sciences

Department

Dept of Physician Assistants

Open Date

10/07/2025

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44940


Refer Applicants To

Contact Name

Wilma Mealer

Title

Contact Phone

956-648-2672

Contact Email

wjm026@shsu.edu


Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The College of Health Sciences at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) is pleased to invite qualified applications for a Principal Faculty position at the Clinical Associate/Full Professor rank (12-month appointment) in the proposed Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program. The Principal Faculty will report to the Program Director and work closely with other PA faculty, and staff to support the program's mission and maintain compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide student instruction and teach courses (didactic and/or clinical) as assigned by the Program Director or Assistant Program Director. Supervise students in didactic and/or clinical courses and activities. Assist with admission (e.g. application review, selection, and interviews). Assist in developing and coordinating course design and implementation within the didactic and/or clinical curriculum. Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of student performance. Provide academic counseling and advising of students. Participate in service to the department, college, University, and community. Perform other program and department level duties, as assigned. Assist in the evaluation process of the curriculum and the program. Assist in the development, review, and revisions (as necessary) the mission statement, goals, and competenciesof the program. Assuring the availability of remedial instruction for students.

The selected candidate will be responsible for administrative duties, including participating in the admission process, scheduling clinical rotations, and assisting the clinical team with program evaluation during the clinical phase. Duties will also include maintaining data and assessments in order to prepare reports for accreditation purposes. The faculty will be responsible for academic mentoring and advising of learners. Assist the Clinical Coordinator in delivering classroom learning experiences and clinical skills instruction on essential medical and clinical science topics, tailored to the individual's qualifications. Collaboration with the Director of the PA Program, Medical Director, and other principal faculty members will be necessary to manage the curriculum effectively and ensure high-quality instruction.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Physician Assistant with the following:

Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program. Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Current license or eligibility for licensing as a physician assistant in the State of Texas.

OR

Physician with the following:

Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy with a full unrestricted MD license or eligibility to obtain such licensure in the State of Texas.

OR

Non-clinician Scientist or Health Professional with the following:

PhD degree or higher in a health or science-related field.

Experience Required for the Position

All candidates should possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively as a team member. Prefer a candidate to have knowledge and the ability to comply with accreditation standards related to evaluation and assessment.

Other Requirements for the Position

Maintain awareness of the PA profession and participate in service to the program, university, and the healthcare profession. The proposed MPAS Program at SHSU seeks to recruit and retain a faculty with various skills, expertise, knowledge, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants with experience working in different and varied settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving student populations with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions Summary

There are multiple options for places to live near our various campuses. Sam Houston State University's main campus is located in Huntsville. The city of Huntsville is nestled in the East Texas Piney Woods and is centrally located on a direct route between Houston and Dallas. With a population of roughly 40,000 (excluding SHSU), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-town life and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe (where the future Health Professions Building (HPB) and College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) are located), The Woodlands (where the School of Nursing and The Woodlands Center is located), and Bryan/College Station. Full of Texas history and charm, this county seat is home to multiple museums, annual festivities, antique stores, year-round outdoor activities, vineyards, golf courses, lakes, and a beautiful state park. In a little over an hour after leaving main campus, you can arrive in downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainment venues and professional sporting events. If you prefer life on the water, Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston are a short commute, and Galveston Island and the Gulf coast are a two-hour drive. Additional details regarding the area can be found via this link:

https://www.shsu.edu/dept/academic-affairs/prospective-faculty/index.html

The proposed Physician Assistant Program is currently under development and is scheduled to start in Fall 2026 at the new Health Professions Building (HPB) in Conroe, TX. The HPB is an innovative facility scheduled for completion in January 2026, which will house graduate programs in Athletic Training, Dietetics, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies.

Open Until Filled

Yes


EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.



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