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This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track position as Clinical Associate Professor or Professor and Director of Pre-Clinical Education for the new North Carolina A&T Physician Assistant Program.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position will oversee all aspects of the program’s pre-clinical phase and help ensure the innovative, dynamic development of the didactic curriculum. Duties include, but are not limited to, collaborating with the program director in designing the didactic curriculum; oversight, coordination, implementation, and assessment of the didactic curriculum; maintaining a working knowledge of the ARC-PA standards and ensuring their compliance within the didactic curriculum; engaging in classroom instruction, leading test preparation and examination delivery, designing opportunities for faculty development, serving on committees assigned; advise and maintain mentor relationship with assigned students; working closely with the program director to ensure accuracy of program reporting; serving on committees assigned; assisting with the student selection process; performing any other responsibilities delegated by the PA Program Director.
PRIMARY FUNCTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and the no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.
Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation, with an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.
The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences offers baccalaureate degree programs in Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Speech, and Health Services management. The College is also home to three graduate programs: MS in Health Psychology, MS in Social Work, and PhD in Social Work. Through innovative programs, high impact, and student-centered pedagogy, faculty in the college foster an interprofessional learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Social justice and promotion of health equity are integral components of the mission of the college. Consistent with this mission, the college welcomes applicants representing the full diversity of intellectual perspectives, life experiences, social-demographic, and political-cultural backgrounds.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
- Master’s Degree (Doctorate degree preferred)
- Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written)
- High degree of organizational skills and ability to multi-task
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years in PA education experience
- 5+ years as a clinically practicing PA
- Have excellent interpersonal skills
- Have strong critical thinking, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Proficient written and verbal language skills
- Experience in didactic curriculum development and review strongly preferred
- Teaching experience including Simulation experience helpful
REQUIRED LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
- Eligible for PA licensure in North Carolina
- Current NCCPA certification
WORK ARRANGEMENT
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
POSITION INFORMATION
Working Title Clinical Associate Professor or Professor and Director of Pre-Clinical Education - Physician Studies
Position Number 007438
Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track No
FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months
Organizational Division Physician Assistant Program
Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences
Organizational Unit Physician Assistant Program
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number EPA3289
Open Date 11/04/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Position Available August 2027
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
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.
INTRODUCTION
This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track position as Clinical Associate Professor or Professor and Director of Pre-Clinical Education for the new North Carolina A&T Physician Assistant Program.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position will oversee all aspects of the program’s pre-clinical phase and help ensure the innovative, dynamic development of the didactic curriculum. Duties include, but are not limited to, collaborating with the program director in designing the didactic curriculum; oversight, coordination, implementation, and assessment of the didactic curriculum; maintaining a working knowledge of the ARC-PA standards and ensuring their compliance within the didactic curriculum; engaging in classroom instruction, leading test preparation and examination delivery, designing opportunities for faculty development, serving on committees assigned; advise and maintain mentor relationship with assigned students; working closely with the program director to ensure accuracy of program reporting; serving on committees assigned; assisting with the student selection process; performing any other responsibilities delegated by the PA Program Director.
PRIMARY FUNCTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and the no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.
Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation, with an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.
The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences offers baccalaureate degree programs in Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Speech, and Health Services management. The College is also home to three graduate programs: MS in Health Psychology, MS in Social Work, and PhD in Social Work. Through innovative programs, high impact, and student-centered pedagogy, faculty in the college foster an interprofessional learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Social justice and promotion of health equity are integral components of the mission of the college. Consistent with this mission, the college welcomes applicants representing the full diversity of intellectual perspectives, life experiences, social-demographic, and political-cultural backgrounds.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
- Master’s Degree (Doctorate degree preferred)
- Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written)
- High degree of organizational skills and ability to multi-task
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years in PA education experience
- 5+ years as a clinically practicing PA
- Have excellent interpersonal skills
- Have strong critical thinking, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Proficient written and verbal language skills
- Experience in didactic curriculum development and review strongly preferred
- Teaching experience including Simulation experience helpful
REQUIRED LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
- Eligible for PA licensure in North Carolina
- Current NCCPA certification
WORK ARRANGEMENT
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
POSITION INFORMATION
Working Title Clinical Associate Professor or Professor and Director of Pre-Clinical Education - Physician Studies
Position Number 007438
Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track No
FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months
Organizational Division Physician Assistant Program
Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences
Organizational Unit Physician Assistant Program
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number EPA3289
Open Date 11/04/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Position Available August 2027
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Director Of Clinical Education
Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Director of Clinical Education positions typically require a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, health education, or a clinical field. Verify the job posting specifies a degree requirement, not just preferred qualifications, before applying.
Target healthcare systems with established OPT hiring pipelines
Large hospital networks, academic medical centers, and multi-site health systems are more likely to have HR teams familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller clinics often lack the infrastructure to process international candidates efficiently.
Lead with your clinical training credentials, not your visa status
Hiring managers in clinical education prioritize your licensure, curriculum development experience, and patient care background. Establish your qualifications clearly before raising OPT authorization in the conversation.
Apply well before your OPT start date
Clinical leadership roles often involve extended interview cycles, credentialing checks, and background verifications. Starting your search three to four months before your OPT authorization begins gives you realistic runway to secure an offer.
Clarify STEM OPT eligibility with your DSO
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like health informatics or biomedical sciences, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your Designated School Official before discussing timelines with employers.
Prepare a clear one-page OPT authorization summary for HR
Many HR teams in healthcare are unfamiliar with OPT mechanics. A brief document explaining your EAD card, work authorization period, and any STEM extension eligibility can remove friction and speed up the hiring decision considerably.
Director Of Clinical Education OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Director of Clinical Education on OPT?
Yes, if the role aligns with your degree field. Director of Clinical Education positions typically require a graduate degree in nursing, health sciences, or a related clinical discipline. Your OPT employment must be directly related to your degree program, so a mismatch between your field of study and the role's core functions could jeopardize your authorization status.
Does a Director of Clinical Education role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If you completed a STEM-designated program such as health informatics, biomedical engineering, or clinical laboratory science, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Degrees in general nursing or health education are often not STEM-designated. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility.
How do I find Director of Clinical Education jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by visa sponsorship compatibility. Searching there surfaces Director of Clinical Education openings at employers already familiar with international work authorization, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and screening employers manually.
Will employers in clinical education sponsor an H-1B after my OPT ends?
Many academic medical centers and large health systems do sponsor H-1B visas for clinical education leadership roles, as these positions qualify as specialty occupations. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and varies by employer. Raise the question after receiving an offer, once you've demonstrated your value, and ask specifically whether the organization has sponsored H-1B petitions for similar roles before.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm between Director of Clinical Education jobs?
F-1 OPT rules allow a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT, or 150 days total if you have an approved STEM extension. A gap between clinical education roles counts toward that limit. If you're transitioning between employers, move quickly and keep documentation of your job search activity in case your DSO needs to verify your status.