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Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Sacramento

3200 5th Avenue (Show on map)

Nov 25, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor
Campus	Sacramento
Department	Medical/Health Science
Posting Number	F01034
Full or Part Time	Part Time
Open Date	11/24/2025
Close Date	11/28/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	Faculty in the Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) & Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) Program in the School of Health Sciences ( SHS) will collaborate in fulfilling the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. The Assist/Assoc/Full Professor will deliver content as needed within the program, with consideration of areas of expertise, and serve as the primary contact and liaison for educational technology and instructional design needs throughout the DMSc/DHSc program. This role will consult with Instructors of Record (IORs), faculty, and students to promote effective instructional strategies and improve learning outcomes in online learning environments that utilize technology. Reports to the Program Director for the Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) and Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) program, School of Health Sciences ( SHS). This is an eleven month, nontenure track faculty appointment. Academic rank (Assistant, Associate or Full Clinical Professor) commensurate with experience. Essential Functions: Curriculum content design and delivery for online courses in accordance with the policies of the University, including preparing lecture capture PowerPoints, videos, course content, and other media rich technologies for effective asynchronous instruction Coordinate instructional design and educational technology for curriculum delivery Assists the Program Director with the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of program policies and procedures Develop and instruct course content and materials, in areas of expertise or curricular need, in alignment with program goals and learning outcomes using innovative teaching modalities for courses with major themes in Healthcare/Medical Education and Leadership In collaboration with the Program Director, actively participates in program review and assessment ensuring curricular quality, teaching effectiveness, and outcomes Assists with faculty recruitment and provides mentorship to new faculty members Participate in applicant review and admissions interview processes Create a student-centered learning environment Engage regularly with students in online forums, discussion boards, and virtual meetings Provide timely constructive feedback to learning activities Monitor and advise students on academic progress Mentor student-directed scholarly work, including doctoral projects Develop a personal program of scholarly activities Participate in service as requested or required Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean or Program Director University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of specialization Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience
Preferred Qualifications	Intermediate to advanced computer skills Demonstrated potential to work as a team with administrators, fellow faculty, staff, and students. Demonstrated potential for sustained high-quality teaching in the field of academic responsibility Demonstrated potential for sustained high-quality scholarly achievements in the field of academic appointment Demonstrated potential for high-quality contributions to the University and professional service appropriate to the mission of the department and academic unit Demonstrated experience translating educational content into online adult learning Experience with online teaching at the doctoral level Earned certificate in online learning and/or formal training on the Quality Matters (QM), Quality Learning and Teaching (QLT), or other rubrics for online teaching. Published research in the field of specialization Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is primarily performed on-line in a remote location. Availability for students, faculty and staff during program hours is expected, regardless of time-zone where the work is performed. Participation in school-wide meetings virtually and occasional events on-campus as needed. Work performed mostly during standard business hours. Some events on weekends/evenings are to be expected and will be scheduled with advance notice. Occasional travel to the three university campuses, as well as off-site locations to support recruitment and alumni events.
Hiring Range	$50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
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Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	2
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.