Career Track Faculty, Master of Science for Entry to the Profession of Nursing - Gilbert
About The Position
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 teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration. This is a supportive, dynamic academic environment with 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. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Requirements
- Graduate degree in nursing or a related field (must have a BSN, if graduate degree is non-nursing).
- Two (2) years of clinical experience as RN providing direct patient care.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) in nursing or a related field (required for professorial track).
- Experience teaching medical-surgical nursing in entry-to-practice nursing programs.
- Recent direct or indirect nursing practice.
- Skilled in nursing simulation and diverse student instruction.
- Proficient in curriculum design, program evaluation, and active learning methods.
- Certified by a nationally recognized credentialing agency.
- Experienced with online teaching methodologies.
- Evidence of teaching and clinical practice or systems leadership experience, through certification, or equivalent preparation.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- Health coverage
- Retirement plans
- Tuition reduction
- 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
- Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
