Giff4 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 I am currently a 2nd year student getting ready to enter clinical rotations and finish in a little over a year. I have a strong interest in pursuing a position as a faculty member in the future. I was wondering if anyone has any advice on how to actively work towards this goal? I was told to go ahead and get a doctorate as it would likely be necessary by the time I am ready to apply for a position. I am prepared to do this but want to find a doctorate that doesn't cost an arm and leg, as I have undergrad and grad loans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cideous Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 Get a Doctorate Get published in some medical journal Get a few years of clinical experience under your belt. At least 3-5. Start off giving lectures on the side at your local program and make sure it's for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eighthnote24 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 Have you looked into the Future Educator Fellowship through PAEA? Applications for the next cohort should open this summer. Great opportunity to learn and network with current educators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator ventana Posted March 10, 2019 Moderator Share Posted March 10, 2019 Just graduate. Pass pance get a job work contact your local PA program and start adjunct faculty. Helping in labs, doing a lecture here and there get to at least 2 to 3 years full time work apply as faculty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UGoLong Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 I echo that; first become a good practitioner! The vast majority of PA faculty have only a master's. To get ahead in academia, consider (later) getting a doctorate in education. In keeping with my personal philosophy of trying things in a small way first, look to guest-lecture, precept students, and help with labs. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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