COLLEGE OF PHARMACY AND HEALTH SCIENCES

Department of Clinical Health Professions: Physician Assistant Program

Adjunct, Advanced Anatomy & Physiology 

The Institution

St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.   

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.    

Division/Department Information

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Anatomy & Physiology within the Master of Science in Physician Assistant graduate program.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Department Chair and Program Director, responsible for:

• Coordination and instruction of didactic year PA students, which may include: 
• Delivering in-person lecture(s)
• Evaluation of student performance and providing remediation as needed Student advisement and counseling

Responsibilities are not limited to the above and can be altered by the Department Chair and Program Director as needed to fulfill ARC-PA and program requirements.  

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Anatomy & Physiology, or a related discipline, required. PhD (*preferred)
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience
• Higher education teaching experience and experience in a PA program (*preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, time management and analytical skills

Application Process: 

All applications must be submitted online. A complete application must consist of:   

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Personal statement about your perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Contact information of three professional references 

Salary

The 2024-2025 academic year hire-on credit hour rates for adjunct faculty are as follows:

Adjunct Professor - $1,900

Adjunct Associate Professor - $1,700

Adjunct Assistant Professor - $1,600

Adjunct Instructor - $1,500

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's.