Adjunct Pool (2026-27) Physician Assistant Program
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Salary$5k – $7k per project
LocationBalboa Campus - San Diego, CA
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
DepartmentPhysician Assistant Education
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedSep 22, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
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Advanced degree in basic science, medicine (i.e. PA, MD, DO) or a closely related field
Effective teaching and service in either the classroom or the clinical setting
Embrace the mission of Point Loma Nazarene University
Master's degree accepted
Potential for outstanding teaching as demonstrated by prior classroom or clinical teaching
Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and a desire to work in a Christian university
Supportive of the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination
Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement
Doctorate preferred
The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check
About the company
PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.
Job Summary:
The Point Loma Nazarene University community is, and intends to be, a decidedly Christian community, as exhibited by our shared beliefs, corporate practices, and Christlike character.
Salary:
PLNU adjunct pay: Using a 3-unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684. The units will determine the actual salary.
The Department of Physician Assistant Education is seeking candidates for multiple adjunct teaching positions across the Master of Science in Medicine – Physician Assistant program.
Job Status:
Part time
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Job Description:
The Department of Physician Assistant Education is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions in the pending graduate program (Master of Science in Medicine – Physician Assistant) to teach courses in one or more of the following areas:
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Anatomy
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Physiology
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Pharmacotherapeutics (3 semester sequence)
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Cardiology
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Hematology/Oncology
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Pulmonology
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Gastroenterology
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Orthopedics and Rheumatology
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other courses or course components
Responsibilities begin in August 2026. Qualified applicants should have an advanced degree in basic science, medicine (i.e. PA, MD, DO) or a closely related field. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate effective teaching and service in either the classroom or the clinical setting and will embrace the mission of Point Loma Nazarene University. The Department of PA Education is comprised of 5 full-time faculty members with a strong commitment to high quality teaching, service, and clinical competence.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
Adjunct faculty members should have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective graduate teaching. PLNU will offer training through our Center for Teaching and Learning on effective pedagogy.:
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Teach graduate courses
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Participate in institution and program activities as appropriate
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Involve students in research or professional experience as appropriate
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
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Doctorate preferred, master’s accepted
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Potential for outstanding teaching as demonstrated by prior classroom or clinical teaching
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Philosophical: Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and a desire to work in a Christian university. Supportive of the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination.
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Personal: Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.
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The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.
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