Job Details

Position: Tenure-Track Faculty – Physician Assistant Studies
Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Appointment
Location: Lexington or Morehead, Kentucky
Posting Date: November 26, 2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Requisition Number: FE04759

Position Overview

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies (PAS) at the University of Kentucky, College of Health Sciences, invites applications for a tenure-eligible faculty position. The successful candidate will join a nationally respected PA program offering a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and training 56 students annually across two campuses. This position begins on or before July 1, 2026, with rank determined by qualifications.

The department values teaching excellence, scholarship, and service. Faculty members may also engage in clinical practice (up to 20% effort) to provide evidence-based patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in didactic and/or clinical components of the PA curriculum (55–80% effort).

• Participate in scholarly activity and research (10–30% effort).

• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.

• Potentially engage in clinical practice to maintain licensure and provide patient care.

• Opportunities exist to teach in undergraduate programs, the PA Academic Residency program, and the interprofessional PhD program in Rehabilitation and Health Sciences.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduation from an accredited PA program with a Master’s degree in PA Studies or an MD, DO, or APRN degree.

• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice in Kentucky.

• Evidence of excellence in teaching.

Preferred

• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience.

• Prior higher education or clinical teaching experience.

• Experience in scholarship or service related to Physician Assistant Studies.

• Completion of a doctoral degree.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and life insurance plans.

• Optional dental, vision, and additional retirement plans.

• Emphasis on employee well-being and work-life integration.

• Details: UK Benefits

How to Apply

Submit curriculum vitae and cover letter online. Questions may be directed to Shelley Irving, Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Studies:

• Email: shelley.irving@uky.edu

• Phone: (859) 218-0857

Visit the PAS website for more information: UK PA Studies

University Statement

The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. Applications are encouraged from women and minorities. All candidates are subject to pre-employment screenings, including background and drug tests.