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Franklin Pierce University
Lebanon, New Hampshire

Principal Faculty Master of Physician Assistant Program - NH

Physician AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100k

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Job Description

The Franklin Pierce University Master of Physician Assistant Program (MPAS) in Lebanon, NH is seeking applicants for a year-round faculty position. The MPAS Lebanon program’s mission is to train and place, highly skilled and competent physician assistants in rural areas and working with underserved populations. We actively recruit from these areas, and we seek someone who has a passion to educate providers to serve these populations.

The Franklin Pierce MPAS-Lebanon program features a new facility with state of the art simulation, including 2 simulation suites, 6 dedicated OSCE rooms and a hands-on skills space. The program is located on Centerra Parkway in close proximity to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH as well as Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH.

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced physician assistant to join the faculty team of our in-person physician assistant education program.

This faculty position will involve teaching (both lecture and hands-on small group activities), evaluation, advisement, and mentoring of physician assistant students in the classroom and other settings, including clinical placement sites.

Faculty will also be involved in clinical year classroom lecturing, evaluation and capstone project advising.

Faculty members will participate in the admissions and selection process, in program organization, evaluation, planning, administration, and management and will assist in continuous review and analysis of the program’s effectiveness and in preparation for program assessment by accreditation bodies and others.

Qualifications-Required

  • Applicants should have a Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited academic institution.
  • Applicants should hold a current NCCPA certification
  • Applicants should hold or be eligible for state licensure

Applicants should possess excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Applicants should have interests in areas that align with our program mission is strongly preferred A strong interest in scholarship and professional development

Application Deadline

Confidential screening of applications will continue until the position is filled.

At Franklin Pierce University, we take pride in providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to support the well-being and security of our valued employees. Here are some highlights of the benefits you can enjoy as part of the Franklin Pierce community:

Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy 160 hours (4 weeks) of Paid Time Off, along with additional paid sick time for your well-being.

Paid Holidays: Benefit from 20 paid holidays, including a 10-day winter break with full pay.

Health and Wellness: Access medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, ensuring comprehensive health care.

Life Insurance: Secure the future for yourself and your family with employer-paid Life Insurance coverage ranging from 1.5x to 3.0x your salary, depending on your role.

Disability Coverage: We cover both short-term and long-term disability, providing financial protection in unforeseen circumstances.

Retirement Planning: Contribute to your retirement with our 403(b) plan, with immediate 100% vesting. Franklin Pierce University also makes contributions to support your long-term financial goals upon one year of employment or if qualified with prior higher education employment.

Educational Benefits: Invest in your growth and development with our tuition benefits, allowing you and your qualifying family members to pursue undergraduate and graduate programs.

Additional Perks

Enjoy various perks, including pet insurance, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, free gym access, meal discount, and more!

At Franklin Pierce, we prioritize the well-being, development, and satisfaction of our employees. We are committed to providing a supportive work environment and a range of benefits that align with your needs and aspirations.

Relocation is available, and while this is an on-campus position, a flexible work schedule is possible.

FPU offers competitive wages and benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, educational benefits (for employee and qualifying dependents), pet insurance, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, travel discounts, 160 hours of paid time off (PTO), with additional paid sick time for your well-being, and paid holidays.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references (references will not be checked until the finalist stage of the search). FPU is committed to enhancing the diversity of its community in many realms and is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Find out more at franklinpierce.edu.

Key Responsibilities

The faculty member will teach, mentor, and advise physician assistant students in both classroom and clinical settings. They will also participate in program administration, admissions, and continuous assessment to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution and possess current NCCPA certification. Candidates should also be eligible for state licensure and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical TeachingStudent AdvisementCurriculum DevelopmentAccreditation PreparationSimulation TrainingOSCE EvaluationCapstone Advising

Primary Care — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 68% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Primary Care by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$100kPrimary Care median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)36 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$96k in purchasing powerNew Hampshire index 104.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 68% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Primary Care pay trend+1.8% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$100k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

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About Franklin Pierce University

Higher Education
Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Benefits & Perks

160 hours (4 weeks) PTO
20 paid holidays including 10-day winter break
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Employer-paid Life Insurance (1.5x-3.0x salary)
Short-term and long-term disability
403(b) retirement plan with immediate 100% vesting and employer contributions
Tuition benefits for employee and qualifying family members
Pet insurance

Living in Lebanon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$495k≈ 4.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,589/mo≈ 31% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.