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Department of Physician Assistant Studies

Dr. Marian R. Stuart ’71 Endowed Fellow *Revised*

Kean University in Union, New Jersey has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of more than 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Kean, 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.

Kean is a proud R2 research University. With three campuses located in New Jersey, a virtual campus through Kean Online, and a campus in China - Wenzhou-Kean University, our six colleges 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 Department of Physician Assistant Studies (https://www.kean.edu/academics/physician-assistant-studies) in the College of Health Professions and Human Services (https://www.kean.edu/academics/college-health-professions-and-human-services) trains future Physician Assistants to be medical professionals who can provide excellent medical care across health care disciplines and settings. The Department offers a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies and prepares program graduates to provide evidence-based, holistic healthcare treatments and effectively utilize the latest medical technologies.

Kean is excited to invite applications for the inaugural _Dr. Marian R. Stuart ’71 Endowed Fellow_ position. We seek distinguished candidates with exceptional research and teaching expertise to contribute the program’s mission of advancing healthcare. This position will begin on September 1, 2025.

Kean alumna Marian R. Stuart, Ph.D., has given Kean a transformative gift that will have a lasting impact on medical education at the University. An author, speaker, psychotherapist and renowned medical educator, Dr. Stuart began her studies at Kean and earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology, reflecting her longstanding, deep interest in that field. She went on to receive her master’s degree and doctorate in social psychology at Rutgers University, working as a clinician at the Mental Health Center, and qualifying for a license as a practicing psychologist.

Dr. Stuart, Professor Emeritus of Family Medicine and Community Health at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, credits her time at Kean with giving her a solid foundation for a successful career as a medical educator. In her 30-year career at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Stuart headed the Behavioral Health Program for the Department of Family Medicine. She carved out a unique role as a psychologist working alongside medical doctors, teaching the art of effectively integrating mental and physical health practices. She was elected as an Honorary Member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, an extraordinary achievement for a psychologist.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide academic advising and professional development support for physician assistant students; deliver exemplary teaching; engage in mentorship for physician assistant students; develop and sustain a robust research agenda including publications and external grant support at the R2 level or equivalent; and contribute to service at the department level and beyond. They will also support the mission of Kean University and the goals of the physician assistant studies program.

Qualifications: Doctoral degree (Ph.D., MD or the equivalent) in the medical sciences or a closely related field; eligibility for appointment at the Associate/full Professor level; a proven record of mentoring graduate student research; a history of interdisciplinary research collaboration; experience teaching physician assistant students or others pursuing careers in healthcare; clinical training that emphasizes a patient-centered approach; and proven success in securing competitive grants in support of research initiatives.

This position includes a competitive salary and benefits package. Please visit this link for information on employee Benefits (https://www.kean.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits) . The university will support the ongoing scholarly and academic activity performed by the successful applicant with released time and research assistance, among other benefits.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement outlining the applicant’s research agenda; (4) a statement addressing past or potential contributions to mentoring students and engagement through teaching, scholarship and service; (5) statement on teaching philosophy and experience; and (6) names and contact information for three professional references. Professional references will not be contacted until the final stage of the search process. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

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

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml) (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 (https://www.kean.edu/media/reasonable-accomodations) .

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