Dr. Marian R. Stuart '71 Endowed Fellow, Department of Physician Assistant Studies

Kean University , in partnership with the national search firm  Scott Healy & Associates , invites applications and nominations for the position of  Endowed Fellow, Department of Physician Assistant Studies . Kean University seeks distinguished candidates with exceptional research and teaching expertise to contribute to the program’s mission of advancing healthcare.

The successful applicant for the inaugural Dr. Marian R. Stuart ’71 Endowed Fellow position will be expected to provide academic advising and professional development support for physician assistant students; deliver exemplary teaching; engage in mentorship for physician assistant students; develop and sustain a robust research agenda including publications and external grant support at the R2 level or equivalent; and contribute to service at the department level and beyond. They will also support the mission of Kean University and the goals of the physician assistant studies program.

Kean is a proud R2 research University. Located in Union, New Jersey, Kean has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of more than 19,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Kean’s mission is to provide an affordable, accessible and world-class education that prepares students to think and respond critically and creatively in a rapidly changing world.

The University continues its legacy as a top producer of teachers in New Jersey and is a growing educational hub in the fields of business, health care and technology. Its six colleges - the College of Business and Public Management; the College of Education; the College of Liberal Arts; the Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics and Technology; Michael Graves College; and the College of Health Professions and Human Services - offer more than 50 undergraduate programs and more than 70 options for graduate study, leading to master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, professional diplomas or certifications.

The University is also a higher education innovator within the State of New Jersey, partnering with Ocean County College, in Toms River, New Jersey and Brookdale Community College, in Lincroft, New Jersey, to provide access for students to earn a bachelor’s degree from Kean. The Kean Skylands campus, located in Jefferson Township, New Jersey, is designed to serve as an outdoor living laboratory for field-based scientific study and other classroom and field instruction.

The College of Health Professions and Human Services  contains all of Kean University's graduate and undergraduate programs in clinical practice, including Applied Psychology, Athletic Training, Social Work, Public Health, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Occupational Therapy, Genetic Counseling, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. Students benefit from studying side by side with others preparing for clinical careers, recognizing the powerful interprofessional relationships that animate best practices across the clinical professions. The College of Health Professions and Human Services is a burgeoning hub for some of the latest technological advances and facilities in the nation.

Kean offers day, night and weekend courses on site, and several programs also offer online and hybrid classes. Many programs include internships and research opportunities, where students stay abreast of the latest breakthroughs and advancements in their fields. Our top-notch psychology, occupational therapy, and speech pathology clinics prepare graduates through hands-on training. Kean offers accessible and affordable world-class education. The M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies Program graduates PAs who provide evidence-based, equitable health care to diverse populations and who value service to others as well as life-long learning.

Qualifications :

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., MD or the equivalent) in the medical sciences or a closely related field;
• Eligibility for appointment at the Associate / full Professor level;
• Proven record of mentoring graduate student research;
• History of interdisciplinary research collaboration;
• Experience teaching physician assistant students or others pursuing careers in healthcare;
• Clinical training that emphasizes a patient-centered approach; and
• Proven success in securing competitive grants in support of research initiatives.

All correspondence relating to the position of  Endowed Fellow, Department of Physician Assistant Studies  at  Kean University  should be directed in confidence to the University’s executive search consultant :

Jamie Marcus, Vice President

Scott Healy & Associates

jamiemarcus@scotthealy.com

A complete application should include the following :

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position begins at : $143,000. Kean considers factors including, but not limited to : responsibilities of the position, work experience, education, credentials and skills when extending an offer. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website . The university will support the ongoing scholarly and academic activity performed by the successful applicant with released time and research assistance, among other benefits.

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

Compensation Information :

Starting at $143000.00 / AnnuallyDetails :

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position begins at : $143,000.