Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing - 12- Month

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

This position is a Clinical Assistant Professor, a 12-month, non-tenure track appointment in the School of Nursing. This position will teach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students throughout the nursing program. Nursing faculty also engage in service to the university, community, and nursing profession. A small percentage of the position assists research projects and/or is involved in scholarly work. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in nursing and currently enrolled in a master's degree in nursing program; OR A master's degree with a major in nursing, OR A doctoral degree with a major in nursing, OR A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or EdD), and a master's in nursing
• Applicant must have a current, unencumbered Arkansas or multi-state RN license from a compact state or the ability to obtain Arkansas licensure before the position start date
• Applicants must maintain in-state residency during employment
• Ability to teach and mentor students throughout the nursing program. Teaching may include clinical, face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid formats
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Computer literacy and experience
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, nights, and weekends
• Ability to travel occasionally, which may include overnight stays
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license
• Ability to maintain scheduled on-campus office days

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in Nursing or related field or current enrollment in a doctoral program
• Teaching experience and recent experience in nursing practice or nursing education in the area(s) of program need
• CNE Certification

Responsibilities

• Teach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students throughout the nursing program
• Participate in service to the university, community, and profession
• Establish and maintain a program of scholarly activities
• Conduct clinical, face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online student learning activities designed to meet student and program learning outcomes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world.
• The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty.
• The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation.
• It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time