Program Director, M.S. Pathologists' Assistant Program

Northwestern College is seeking a strategic leader to serve as the inaugural program director for our M.S. in pathologists’ assistant studies. Analogous to our physician assistant program, this is a prime opportunity for a certified Path-A to transition into higher education or for an experienced educator to steer a growing program. We are looking for a candidate who balances clinical expertise with an aptitude for teaching and administration. The position is a 12-month full-time faculty appointment (non-tenure-track professor of practice) beginning on or after July 1, 2026. Help us define the future of diagnostic pathology!

Duties: As program director, you will be responsible for the organization, administration, instruction, evaluation, continuous quality improvement, curriculum planning and development, directing other program faculty/staff, and general effectiveness of the program, including budget preparation. You will be responsible for maintaining NAACLS accreditation of the program as well as engage in a minimum of 60 hours of documented continuing professional development every three years.  

Required Qualifications:

• Be a graduate of a NAACLS accredited pathologists’ assistant educational program
• (Or AAPA approved prior to 1995)
• Hold an advanced degree (master’s or doctoral)
• Hold ASCP BOC certification as a pathologists’ assistant
• Or a board-certified pathologist
• Adequate knowledge and proficiency in the content areas
• 5 years of experience as pathologists’ assistant (or pathologist)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have practical experience with teaching (or clinical preceptorship) and administration
• Familiarity with NAACLS accreditation and professional certification procedures
• Exceptional communication and organizational leadership skills
• Proficiency in pathology LIS (laboratory information systems)

Northwestern College seeks candidates with an authentic Christian faith who will embrace and live out our mission & values, including our Reformed, evangelical and ecumenical identity as stated in our Christian Identity Statement, Mission Statement, Vision for Learning and Vision for Diversity. We view these statements as complementary and draw from each in fulfilling our mission.

Apply online below and send a current CV and a letter of interest to [email protected]. In your letter, (1) summarize your teaching and administration experience; (2) describe your professional practice and clinical skillset; and (3) discuss how our Christian Identity Statement would inform and shape your role as a program director. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.