Career Track Faculty, Master's Entry Program - Adult Medical-Surgical Care
Posting Number: req25806
Department: College of Nursing
Location: Tucson Campus
Address: 1305 N. Martin Ave, Tucson, AZ 85721-0203 USA
Position Highlights
Join our nationally ranked, CCNE-accredited pre-licensure nursing program as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Principal Lecturer OR Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor (FT) and help shape the future of nursing education. We're seeking passionate educators for our MEPN program who are committed to innovative 四虎影视 and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Flexible FTE options available.
- Supportive, dynamic academic environment.
- Outstanding U of A benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, tuition reduction, and more.
Make a meaningful impact in nursing education-apply today and become part of a team driving excellence in healthcare.
This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & Responsibilities
Teaching:
- Teach and guide students in theoretical and clinical practice courses within assigned program.
- Mentor students to support their academic success and professional growth.
- Create and maintain a positive, nursing values-driven learning environment.
- Evaluate student performance and contribute to ongoing curriculum development.
- Engage in program planning and assessment through faculty governance and continuous quality improvement.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to strengthen academic-practice relationships.
- Ensure compliance with program, college, and clinical site policies.
Personal Scholarship:
- Maintain clinical proficiency through direct or indirect practice.
- Develop academic excellence through practice-relevant inquiry and knowledge dissemination via publications and presentations.
- Contribute to grant efforts supporting student education and training.
Service:
- Engage with faculty, the administrative leadership team, and students in furthering the mission and goals of the College of Nursing.
- Participate in special projects and faculty governance activities, as needed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Skilled in nursing simulation and student instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
Rank to be determined by the college's Faculty Appointment Promotion & Tenure (FAPT) Committee. All ranks:
- Graduate degree in nursing or a related field (must have a BSN, if graduate degree is non-nursing).
- Candidates who do not hold a terminal degree at the time of hire must begin a terminal degree program within three (3) years of hire.
- Two (2) years of clinical experience as RN providing direct patient care.
- Evidence of 四虎影视 and clinical practice or systems leadership experience, through certification, or equivalent preparation.
- Provide evidence/receipt of an active Arizona RN License prior to first day of employment with College of Nursing.
- Maintain own license, immunizations, CPR, and other agency or College requirements and provide evidence of current status.
- Must be eligible to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card from AZDPS.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) in nursing or a related field (required for professorial track).
- Experience 四虎影视 medical surgical nursing, acute and chronic illness management, or acute care nursing in an entry-to-practice nursing program.
- Recent direct or indirect nursing practice.
- Proficient in curriculum design, program evaluation, and active learning methods.
- Certified by a nationally recognized credentialing agency.
- Experienced with online 四虎影视 methodologies.
Rank: To be Determined
Tenure Information
Career-Track (CT)
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Faculty
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: DOE
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Contact Information for Candidates
Lauren Acosta | heller@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please submit all requested materials and complete the application in its entirety.
- CV
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Proof of RN license
- Cover Letter
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