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Health Science-Pre-Physician Assistant, Adjunct Faculty

University of Saint Joseph  ·  West Hartford, CT
AdjunctNon-TenurePre-Physician Assistant

Position summary

Thank you for considering University of Saint Joseph in your search. About University of Saint Joseph: The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society. The University

has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities." Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 90-acre Olmsted-designed campus

is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships. Job Description: The University of Saint Joseph invites qualified

applicants to serve as part-time adjunct faculty within the Nutrition and Public Health Department . The department is actively recruiting adjuncts for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters to teach pre-Physician Assistant undergraduate students. We currently have openings for the following courses: HESC480 – Integrative Experience in Health Science, 3 cr [Fall 2026 Semester] This class is designed as an

integrative experience course to help students reflect on what they have learned from the health science coursework, as well as, from the Core Curriculum/Gen Ed courses on the way to their final semester as an undergraduate student at USJ. The goal of this course is for students to recognize connections and insight on the epidemiologic, physiologic, biochemical, pathophysiologic and nutritional complexities of

diseases and clinical conditions. This class will also introduce students to the modular USJ PA curriculum, learning strategies, medical documentation, patient interview techniques, basic diagnostic testing, professionalism and higher-level critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in PA school. Prerequisite(s): Open to undergraduate students from any major that have been accepted into the USJ PA Program or

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