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Department of Physician Assistant Studies

Lecturer 12 Months

Full-time and Part-time Openings Available

About Kean University

Kean University in Union, New Jersey has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of nearly 19,0000 students worldwide. Kean creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research and impactful public engagement.

Kean, a proud R2 Research 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.

In October 2025, Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) signed a definitive agreement advancing a merger between the two state universities. The merger will position Kean as a statewide anchor institution and strengthens our ability to serve New Jersey's diverse student population and uplift communities through education. The merger is currently progressing through the appropriate levels of approval, with a goal to complete this process by July 1, 2026.

12 Month Part-time and Full-time Lecturer Opportunities for Academic Year 2026-2027

We are excited to grow our faculty and invite Lecturer applications for the fall, effective September 1, 2026. 12 Month Lecturers are non-tenure track faculty and teach 36 credits for the academic year; part-time Lecturers teach 18 credits for the academic year. Lecturers are required to teach, provide student academic support, provide service to the university and community and perform other related faculty responsibilities. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is also required, consistent with University guidelines. 12 Month Lecturers are responsible for performing their teaching and non-teaching responsibilities for the twelve-month period of their appointment.

Employment at Kean requires working at any of our New Jersey campus locations or affiliated work sites, which may include, but not be limited to: the main campus in Union; Kean Ocean in Toms River; Kean Skylands in Jefferson Township; Kean Jersey City; Kean at Brookdale in Middletown Township; Manahawkin; Princeton; and Trenton. Location assignments will be based on operational and university needs. Faculty may also be assigned to teach online classes for Kean Global. Teaching assignments may include day, evening and weekend courses. Evening hours are required based on department needs for teaching evening/night courses and for most graduate course assignments.

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies seeks a Lecturer to primarily teach foundational/basic science courses in the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program. Teaching responsibilities will emphasize human physiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, and pharmacology, with limited involvement in clinical medicine and clinical skills instruction.

The successful candidate will actively participate in program accreditation, assessment, and continuous quality improvement activities; contribute to curriculum development and integration of basic sciences across the didactic curriculum; and perform other Lecturer duties as assigned. Limited participation in clinical site visits and student assessment activities may be required, consistent with program needs.

Required Qualifications: Master's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies, Medicine (MD or DO), or a closely related field; at least one year of teaching experience in a Physician Assistant program, medical school, or other graduate health professions program; eligibility for appropriate professional licensure in the State of New Jersey (Physician Assistant or Physician); and current national certification (NCCPA for PAs or board certification/board eligibility for physicians).

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching basic or foundational sciences (e.g., anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology) at the graduate or professional level; three or more years of clinical practice experience; experience with curriculum integration, student assessment, or accreditation activities in PA or medical education; and formal training or advanced coursework in education, basic sciences, or curriculum design.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references. In your cover letter, please note whether you are interested in a part-time or full-time position. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Official transcripts are required before appointment.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is $109,277.86 - $116,564.85. Part-time salaries will be prorated. Salaries for internal applicants who are aligned under a collective bargaining unit will be determined in accordance with contractual guidelines. 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.

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Employment at Kean requires working at any of our New Jersey campus locations or affiliated work sites, which may include, but not be limited to: the main campus in Union; Kean Ocean in Toms River; Kean Skylands in Jefferson Township; Kean Jersey City; Kean at Brookdale in Middletown Township; Manahawkin; Princeton; and Trenton. Location assignments will be based on operational and university needs. Faculty may also be assigned to teach online classes for Kean Global.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

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Mission Statement

Kean University, New Jersey's first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

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