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Program Director of Physician Associate Studies Program

  • Company: Miami University
  • Location: Oxford, OH
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Miami University invites applications for the position of Program Director for the Physician Associate Studies Program reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts and Science.

Miami University

Miami University is a highly respected and distinctive public institution of higher education that is recognized for outstanding undergraduate education and selective graduate and research programs. The University serves the citizens of the state of Ohio, as well as an established regional and an increasingly national constituency.

With a student body of over 16,000 undergraduate and approximately 2,000 graduate students at its Oxford campus, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Graduate programs complement and enhance the undergraduate educational experience. Beyond Oxford, two regional campuses, Miami Online, and the Voice of America Learning Center, collectively enroll an additional approximately 3,500 students, providing key access points and opportunities for traditional and non-traditional students alike. The Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg provides Miami students with a unique opportunity for an immersive study abroad experience.

Miami’s unwavering commitment to teaching and learning is demonstrated in the University’s record of exceptional retention and graduation rates, as well as its consistently strong and engaged alumni community. Miami encourages and supports its students’ intellectual depth and curiosity, the importance of personal values as a measure of character, and a commitment to life-long learning in a global environment. Further, Miami creates an environment where students engage actively in service and develop strong leadership, interpersonal, and civic skills.

History and Campuses

Miami University was chartered by the Ohio General Assembly in 1809. The University offered its first classes in 1824 in the village of Oxford, Ohio. By 1829, it had grown to 250 students, making it the fourth largest university in the nation, following Harvard, Yale, and Dartmouth. The University admitted its first women students in 1902. In 1905, Nellie Craig Walker became the first Black graduate. The breadth of its undergraduate and master’s programs grew throughout the 20th century, and in 1964, the Ohio Board of Regents approved the inauguration of Ph.D. programs.

The beautiful grounds and the gracious Georgian-style buildings of the 2,000-acre Oxford campus inspired poet Robert Frost to declare the Miami University campus "the most beautiful college that ever there was." Miami has worked consistently over the last 20 years to promote a green campus through recycling, energy reduction, and in its new construction and building maintenance; Miami is a signatory to Second Nature’s Presidents’ Climate Leadership Commitment (Climate Commitment). Both the attractiveness of the campus and the rich academic and co-curricular opportunities available for students make a strong statement about the University’s commitment to the quality of student life.

Oxford, Ohio, the home of Miami University’s main campus, is an attractive small city known for providing a vibrant “college town” experience. Oxford has numerous retail and restaurant establishments a short walk from campus. In 2016, Forbes promoted Oxford as the top-ranked “college town” in America. Situated just an hour outside of Cincinnati and Dayton, the city of Oxford has more than 20,000 residents, including the student population. Its unique positioning also offers Miami University faculty and students access to the comprehensive cultural, educational, environmental, and industry resources in the Cincinnati metropolitan area.

Miami’s regional campuses are in Hamilton and Middletown, located 13 and 22 miles respectively from Oxford. Similarly, the Miami University Voice of America Learning Center is also conveniently located in West Chester, midway between Cincinnati and Dayton. Lastly, the Dolibois European Center is located in a thirteenth-century chateau in Luxembourg, a key center in the European Union, and is strategically located for student study and travel in Europe.

The Miami Experience

Historically, Miami has created a strong undergraduate community through its commitment to student success; building student and alumni loyalty; and by empowering its students, faculty, and staff to become engaged citizens. It effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions, drawing students who want the benefits of a rigorous academic program in a student-centered environment. It is this Miami experience that continues to attract exceptional students.

The University’s curriculum and commitment to the highest quality instruction have earned it exceptional recognition:

  • Miami is ranked No. 74 nationally among public universities in “Best Colleges 2025” by U.S. News & World Report. Among all national universities, Miami is ranked No. 144 out of 434 universities on the list.
  • In a special U.S. News & World Report list, Miami ranks No. 2 nationally among public universities and number 12 among all universities, for commitment to undergraduate teaching. Miami has been on the list since 2009.
  • Miami programs in entrepreneurship, engineering (no doctorate), business, undergraduate research/creative projects, services to veterans, and writing in the disciplines are ranked in the top 100 by U.S News and World Report, 2024.
  • LinkedIn recognized Miami as No. 6 among public schools and No. 35 overall for universities that best set up their graduates for long-term success.
  • Miami University’s Honors College is ranked No. 6 overall in the 50 Best Honors Colleges for 2024 by College Transitions.
  • Miami received the 2019 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization, given by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. It recognizes outstanding innovation and accomplishment in campus internationalization.
  • Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine listed Miami as one of the "100 Best Values in Public Colleges" for 2019. Miami has appeared on the list since it was first published in 1998.

Miami University has an Office of Research and Innovation, and the following academic divisions:

The College of Arts and Science is the oldest and largest college at Miami, with nearly half of the undergraduate student body enrolled. In addition, the Humanities Center and the new Humanities Hub in Bachelor Hall serve as a place for cross-disciplinary collaboration, public engagement, and innovation in the humanities, underscoring Miami’s commitment to humanistic scholarship and teaching. The Farmer School of Business and the College of Engineering and Computing are nationally recognized and ranked. In all, there are approximately 100 undergraduate majors, many master’s and doctoral degrees, and an expanding portfolio of online degrees and certificate programs. Visit Miami's website to learn more about their academic programs.

The Role:

This is a unique opportunity for a student-centered, mission-driven leader to shape the future of the Physician Associate Studies Program. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts and Science, the Program Director will serve as the strategic, leader of the program, advancing excellence in education, strengthening partnerships, and cultivating a high-performing, collaborative culture inspiring faculty, staff, and students.

The Physician Associate Studies Program at Miami University is a 27-month, master-level curriculum. The program has provisional accreditation status through the ARC-PA at this time, with a site visit scheduled for early 2027. The inaugural cohort of students began in May 2023, and the ongoing cohort size is 36 students. The program enjoys a state-of-the art, purpose-built facility which opened in 2023. It includes lecture spaces, a standardized examination space, a simulation center, a physical skills lab, a cadaver lab, and Anatomage tables. With strong institutional support and a state-of-the-art facility, the program is well-positioned for its next stage of evolution.

The ideal candidate is a connected and inspiring leader who brings a passion for developing others, building strong relationships, and has a demonstrated track record of advancing program quality and reputation. Responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring the program meets all university requirements and the standards set by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
  • General operations, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, curriculum, faculty and staff supervision, and student support.
  • Overseeing the accreditation process with university support, and providing limited teaching.

For more information about the Physician Associate Program, please visit: https://miamioh.edu/cas/graduate-programs/physician-associate/

Minimum qualifications:

The next Director will need to possess the following qualifications:

  • NCCPA-certified Physician Assistant
  • Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program;
  • Licensure in Ohio or eligibility to obtain Ohio licensure;
  • At least three years of full-time higher education experience in an accredited PA program;
  • Experience in program coordination/management.

A relevant doctoral degree is preferred. Consideration may be given to applicants with demonstrated effectiveness in an administrative capacity and the ability to interact with a wide range of constituents, including faculty, students, and administration. The next Director will hold the rank of Assistant Clinical Professor, Associate Clinical Professor, or Clinical Professor. This is a 12-month faculty position.

Process of Candidacy

The Search Committee has begun reviewing materials, and Miami University is looking for the position to start no later than the Fall of 2026. For best consideration, please submit materials immediately and no later than June 15th, 2026. Miami University is assisted in the search by DSG Storbeck. To invite a conversation from our search consultants, R. Thomas Fitch, Managing Director, and Amanda Bennett, Managing Associate, please submit materials to them at: https://dsgco.com/search/23145-miami-pa-program-director. The requested application materials include a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae.