Assoc Professor-Graduate Program Director (Clinical-Fixed term)-FWWSON

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Professor/Graduate Program Director will assume a faculty position as well as internal leadership position in the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing (FWWSON). Specifically, the purpose of the position is to provide oversight to the school’s two graduate programs, including the Master of Science program (nurse leader and nurse educator concentrations) and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program (Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner concentrations).

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited institution or Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution with doctoral degree in related field
• Eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in Wyoming
• At least 5 years of experience practicing in nursing
• History of experience in curriculum development, accreditation, and program evaluation
• Record of teaching and scholarship to warrant tenure and appointment to Associate Professor/Professor rank
• Evidence of leadership experience
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds in academic and clinical settings
• Experience in rural healthcare education and practice
• Understanding of principles related to adult learning
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Commitment to working effectively work with students, employees, vendors and community members

Responsibilities

• Internal leadership and administration
• Curriculum development especially in the graduate nursing programs
• Accreditation
• Student recruitment for graduate nursing programs
• Admissions and progression in the graduate nursing programs
• Graduate program evaluation
• Faculty development
• Teach in the graduate program
• Have an active program of research
• Clinical Practice and service to the school, college, university, and profession
• Serving on important school, college, and university committees including the Leadership Council in the FWWSON

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions : The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage : Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs .
• Paid Time Off : Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver : Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs : Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees