Program Director, Physician Assistant Program

Program Director, Physician Assistant Program

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks a visionary, dynamic, and passionate leader to serve as Program Director to lead the continued development and success of a high-quality Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (PA) program. This is an exciting opportunity to bring a newly developed Physician Assistant program to life and shape every aspect of its future. The Program Director will build the team, design engaging didactic and clinical curriculum, develop strong clinical partnerships, guide the program through the Accreditation Review Committee on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accreditation, and create a collaborative learning environment where faculty, staff, and students can thrive. Part of the John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences, the Department of Physician Assistant Studies is answering the call to lead in an area of intensive need and growth. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects approximately 12,000 PA job openings annually over the coming decade.

The position of Program Director is a 12-month tenure-track faculty position (open rank commensurate with experience) with significant administrative responsibilities. The Director of the PA Program is responsible for the organization, administration, fiscal management, continuous review and analysis, planning and ongoing implementation of the Physician Assistant Program. This includes consistent review of the curriculum, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards established by ARC-PA, oversight of the development of clinical sites, supervision of faculty and program staff, coordinating program assessment, and maintaining accreditation. The Director will also work closely with N.C. A&T's admissions, marketing and communications offices to recruit students to the program. The position reports directly to the Dean of Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences.

To Apply: A confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. For full consideration, individuals are encouraged to apply by October 4, 2026. Please submit a PDF version of your CV and cover letter explaining your interest in and suitability for this position. To apply online:

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.