Northeastern University Department of Medical Sciences

08/27/2026

Join Northeastern University’s PA Program in Seattle

Northeastern University’s Physician Assistant Program in Seattle is growing, and we’re seeking experienced PA educators and clinical leaders to join our team.

We are currently hiring for three Open Rank Clinical Professor positions:

• Associate Program Director — help lead program development and support the continued growth of our PA program.

• Director of Clinical Education — lead clinical education and develop meaningful clinical experiences for our students.

• Director of Didactic Education — lead didactic education and help shape an innovative, student-centered curriculum.

These are exciting opportunities to play a key role in building and shaping the future of PA education in Seattle while joining Northeastern University’s growing health sciences community.

📍 Seattle, Washington

Explore the opportunities and apply at the QR codes or links in the comments.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this post with your network.

PAEA
Washington Academy of Physician Associates

08/14/2026

Now accepting applications!

We are excited to begin accepting students into our new Medical Affairs & Medical Science Liaison (MA/MSL) Concentration, developed in collaboration with Samuel Dyer, MD, PhD, CEO of the Medical Science Liaison Society.

What is it?-
Gain a competitive edge. Become a leader who can bridge science, strategy, and patient care.

Launching: Fall 2026

See our website for more information and application requirements.

07/28/2026

Help us build something extraordinary!

Northeastern University's new Physician Assistant Program in Seattle is recruiting two key founding leadership positions:
• Associate Program Director
• Director of Clinical Education

These faculty leaders will play an integral role in mentoring students, developing clinical partnerships, helping establish our inaugural program culture, and building an innovative PA program from its very beginning.

If you, or someone in your network, are passionate about PA education, we'd love to connect.

Please explore the job descriptions at the links below, scan the QR codes, and share with colleagues who may be interested!

Washington Academy of Physician Associates PAEA

07/08/2026

🌍 Student Spotlight: Judith Inumerable

From the classroom to the global stage, first-year NU DMSc student Judith Inumerable recently presented at the European Hematology Association’s annual medical congress in Stockholm, Sweden.

As a Senior Director and Clinical Scientist in the biotech industry, Judith led presentations for her company’s Phase 3 REVEAL ND NPM1m Investigator Meeting, sharing the study design, objectives, endpoints, and key clinical data with clinical study research teams from around the world. She also presented updated safety, pharmacokinetic, and efficacy findings from the preceding Phase 1 study that helped support the advancement of this promising therapy, combining our menin inhibitor with intensive chemotherapy, into the Phase 3 clinical evaluation.

Judith appreciates the importance of collaboration, recognizing the global leadership team and Medical Science Liaisons whose partnership and dedication demonstrate that advancing new medicines for patients is truly a team effort. Building a strong, collaborative culture is essential to accelerating innovative therapies for those who are waiting.

Judith’s experience is a powerful example of the impact DMSc students are making in advancing clinical research and improving patient care worldwide. Congratulations, Judith, on this outstanding achievement!

06/26/2026

Celebrating the impactful work of NUDMSc alum, Dr. Alexandra Lopes 👏

Dr. Lopes recently co-developed a Maternal Health Guide in partnership with Sacred Birthing Village (MA) as part of a broader Birth Justice initiative. This important resource is designed to empower pregnant and birthing individuals with the tools to navigate healthcare systems, understand their rights, and advocate for equitable, respectful care.

Rooted in her passion for maternal health and health equity—cultivated during her DMSc journey—this project reflects Dr. Lopes’s ongoing commitment to advancing more just and supportive care for all.

Congratulations, Dr. Lopes, on this incredible accomplishment and thank you for your dedication to advancing equitable maternal care and supporting communities in such a meaningful way!

06/18/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Dr. Megan Connelly to the Northeastern University Physician Assistant Program faculty!

Dr. Connelly earned her undergraduate degree from Wesleyan University, attended Tufts University School of Medicine, and completed her Pediatrics residency at Vanderbilt University. She has spent the past 11 years as a newborn hospitalist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, including the last five years as Associate Medical Director of Well Newborn Care, and is transitioning to the Department of Neonatology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

A passionate educator, Dr. Connelly has served as the newborn site director for Harvard Medical School students for more than a decade and is deeply committed to clinical education and mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Outside of medicine, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and cheering on her sons at their hockey games 🏒

Welcome to NUPA, Dr. Connelly—we are excited to have you join our community!

06/12/2026

Congratulations to the Northeastern University Doctor of Medical Science in Healthcare Leadership (DMSc) Class of 2026 on reaching this incredible milestone!

As we celebrate this newest group of graduates, we are also proud to mark a major achievement for the program: 100 DMSc graduates have now completed the program since its founding just three years ago.

This milestone reflects the dedication of our students, faculty, and staff, and the growing impact of DMSc-prepared healthcare leaders. We look forward to seeing all that the Class of 2026 will accomplish as they continue to advance patient care, education, and leadership in healthcare professions.



📸: Denis Sharon Cheruvathoor Shaj - NU Temps Student Photographer

06/08/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Davia Fuller 🌟

Congratulations to Davia Fuller for receiving the Bouve Staff Award!

For the past year, Davia has served as the first-ever Program Manager for the DMSc program, setting a remarkable standard through her reliability, efficiency, and creativity. In just one year, she has transformed program operations by supporting faculty, managing student needs, centralizing online forms, and developing policies and procedures that strengthen the program’s foundation.

Working seamlessly across different departments and schools that support DMSc concentration tracks, Davia consistently anticipates needs before they arise and approaches every challenge with calm professionalism. Her dedication, initiative, and collaborative spirit have made an extraordinary impact on the growth and success of the DMSc program.

Thank you, Davia, for all you do!

05/28/2026

Her leadership knows no bounds!

Physician Associates from across Massachusetts traveled this week to New Orleans this weekend to represent the interests of Mass PAs at the American Academy of Physician Associates House of Delegates meeting.

The House of Delegates is where PAs from across the country come together to debate policy, shape the future of the profession, and advocate for patients and the PA workforce nationwide. From modernization efforts and workforce mobility to education, reimbursement, and access to care, the decisions made here help guide the future of our profession and direct our advocacy efforts on the state level.

Massachusetts continues to be a national leader in PA advocacy, and we are excited to bring our members' voices to the national stage. Thank you to Cathy Hamel, Carey Barry, Jennifer Pertucci, Nicole Zarba, and Duncan Daviau, who continue to support MAPA, engage in advocacy, and help move our profession forward.

05/28/2026

Congrats to DMSc alum, Dr. Mindi Mesmer! Well—deserved!

Congratulations to the 2026 Outstanding Women of New Hampshire! These awards are part of the Celebration of Women’s History Month in March.

The 2026 recipients are:
Student - Amarrah Gates
Faculty/Staff - Nora Traviss and Karen Seaver
Regional - Patsy Beffa-Negrini
Statewide - Mindi Messmer

The national theme, Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, recognizes many facets of sustainability. It encompasses environmental concerns, financial sustainability, community resilience, leadership succession, and inter-generational equity.

The 2026 theme spotlights the contributions women have made as they have built bridges across generations, geographies, and disciplines to foster collaboration, mentorship, and shared learning that support both people and the planet.