Physician Assistant Program Director

The School of Sciences at SUNY Oneonta is seeking a Physician Assistant Program Director to lead the development and implementation of its new Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) program.

This role offers a primarily academic work environment with clinical and community engagement. The responsibilities are approximately 50% administrative and leadership, 30% teaching and service, and 20% clinical practice. It is a 12‑month appointment with occasional travel required for conferences, clinical site development, accreditation activities, and extended hours during key periods.

Program Leadership and Administration

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the PA program.
• Supervise faculty, staff, and the medical director.
• Oversee program operations, budgeting, and alignment with institutional goals.

Curriculum Development and Assessment

• Develop and implement a rigorous, innovative, outcomes‑based curriculum.
• Integrate simulation and interprofessional education.
• Establish policies for admissions, progression, and graduation.

Accreditation and Compliance

• Guide and manage approval processes through SUNY and NYSED.
• Lead ARC‑PA accreditation processes and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Prepare accreditation documentation and remain informed on standards.

Faculty and Staff Recruitment and Development

• Recruit qualified, diverse faculty and staff.
• Supervise and mentor principal faculty, instructional faculty, and program staff.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive academic culture.
• Encourage scholarly activity without making it a primary promotion driver.

Student Recruitment and Success

• Direct the admissions process to attract a qualified, diverse student body.
• Support student academic advising, mentoring, and wellness.
• Teach in areas of expertise.

Community Engagement and Advocacy

• Build partnerships with Bassett Healthcare Network and other clinical affiliates and healthcare organizations.
• Represent and advocate for the program locally and nationally.
• Seek philanthropic and grant support.

Salary: $130,000 – $145,000, commensurate with experience. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. For benefits information, see Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARC‑PA‑accredited PA program.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Eligible for or currently licensed as a PA in New York State.
• At least three years of clinical experience as a PA.
• Minimum of two years of academic experience in a PA or health‑care‑related program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (e.g., DMSc, DHSc, PhD, EdD, MD, DO).
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Over three years of academic leadership or teaching in PA or health‑profession education.
• Knowledge of rural/underserved healthcare delivery.
• Ability to build and sustain clinical and community partnerships.
• Familiarity with ARC‑PA standards and program development.
• Experience with state or federal grants (e.g., HRSA, SAMHSA).
• Strong leadership, team‑building, and strategic planning skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

SUNY Oneonta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community and believes that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation.